James Caldwell Elementary School
219 Students
Elementary School 3rd - 5th
School Overview
James Caldwell Elementary School, located at 36 Caldwell Place in Springfield, New Jersey, serves as a foundational academic institution within the Springfield Public School District. As a community-focused elementary school, it is dedicated to providing a nurturing and structured environment where students from diverse backgrounds can develop essential academic skills, social-emotional intelligence, and a lifelong curiosity for learning. The school emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that prepares students for success in middle school and beyond, often highlighting collaborative partnerships between educators, students, and families to foster a supportive learning climate.
Beyond its core academic offerings, James Caldwell Elementary is known for being an integral part of the Springfield township community. The school places a high priority on creating an inclusive atmosphere that encourages student participation in various extracurricular activities and school-wide initiatives. By focusing on both intellectual growth and character development, the institution strives to cultivate responsible, engaged citizens who are equipped to navigate the challenges of a modern educational landscape while benefiting from the resources and dedicated faculty characteristic of the Springfield school system.
Beyond its core academic offerings, James Caldwell Elementary is known for being an integral part of the Springfield township community. The school places a high priority on creating an inclusive atmosphere that encourages student participation in various extracurricular activities and school-wide initiatives. By focusing on both intellectual growth and character development, the institution strives to cultivate responsible, engaged citizens who are equipped to navigate the challenges of a modern educational landscape while benefiting from the resources and dedicated faculty characteristic of the Springfield school system.
219
Total Students
19.9
Full-Time Teachers
11.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
21.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 124 |
| Hispanic | 49 |
| Black | 23 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More | 12 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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White124 (56.6 %)
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Hispanic49 (22.4 %)
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Black23 (10.5 %)
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Two or More12 (5.5 %)
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Asian9 (4.1 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.9 %)
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: | Springfield Public School District |
| Phone: | (973)376-1025 |
| Website: | http://www.springfieldschools.com |
| Grade Range: | 3rd - 5th |
| Total Students: | 219 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 19.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 37 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 10 |
Grades Taught
Grade 3
70
Grade 4
72
Grade 5
77
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 3 | 70 |
| Grade 4 | 72 |
| Grade 5 | 77 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 103 | 47% |
| Male | 116 | 53% |
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