Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School

School Overview
Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School is a public school located in New Milford, New Jersey, serving students in grades K through 5. As part of the New Milford School District, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic excellence, character development, and the social-emotional well-being of its students. The school curriculum is designed to meet state standards while offering a variety of extracurricular activities that encourage students to explore their interests and build a strong sense of community.

The school is well-regarded for its collaborative atmosphere, where teachers, staff, and parents work closely together to ensure student success. By prioritizing a well-rounded education, Bertrand F. Gibbs strives to prepare its young learners for the transition to middle school, focusing on foundational skills in core subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science. With a focus on respect, responsibility, and perseverance, the school serves as a central pillar in the New Milford community, helping to shape the next generation of students through a structured and engaging academic experience.
491
Total Students
39.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
20.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White212
Hispanic155
Black23
Asian70
Two or More29
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    212 (43.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    155 (31.6 %)
  • Asian
    70 (14.3 %)
  • Two or More
    29 (5.9 %)
  • Black
    23 (4.7 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: New Milford Public School District
Phone: (201)261-0939
Website: http://www.nmpsd.org/Gibbs
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 491
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 39.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 81
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 19
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 70
Grade 1 78
Grade 2 67
Grade 3 74
Grade 4 88
Grade 5 72
Ungraded 42

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten70
Grade 178
Grade 267
Grade 374
Grade 488
Grade 572
Ungraded42
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female21844.4%
Male27355.6%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)