Port Colden School
171 Students
Elementary School 1st - 3rd
School Overview
Port Colden School, located in Washington, New Jersey, is a public elementary school serving students in grades Pre-K through 6. As part of the Washington Township School District, the school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of strong foundational skills for its young learners. The school benefits from a close-knit community atmosphere, typical of the rural-suburban setting of Warren County, where staff and faculty work collaboratively to engage students through a balanced curriculum.
In addition to its core academic programs, Port Colden School places a significant focus on building character and community spirit. The school environment is designed to be student-centered, often incorporating extracurricular activities and initiatives that encourage physical activity, creativity, and civic responsibility. By maintaining a focus on personalized attention and fostering a safe, nurturing climate, Port Colden School strives to prepare its students for a successful transition to the middle school level and beyond, ensuring that each child feels valued and equipped for future academic challenges.
In addition to its core academic programs, Port Colden School places a significant focus on building character and community spirit. The school environment is designed to be student-centered, often incorporating extracurricular activities and initiatives that encourage physical activity, creativity, and civic responsibility. By maintaining a focus on personalized attention and fostering a safe, nurturing climate, Port Colden School strives to prepare its students for a successful transition to the middle school level and beyond, ensuring that each child feels valued and equipped for future academic challenges.
171
Total Students
15.0
Full-Time Teachers
11.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
21.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 129 |
| Hispanic | 23 |
| Black | 6 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More | 7 |
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White129 (75.4 %)
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Hispanic23 (13.5 %)
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Two or More7 (4.1 %)
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Black6 (3.5 %)
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Asian6 (3.5 %)
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: | Washington Township School District |
| Phone: | (908)689-0681 |
| Website: | http://www.washtwpsd.org |
| Grade Range: | 1st - 3rd |
| Total Students: | 171 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 15.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 28 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 8 |
Grades Taught
Grade 1
46
Grade 2
56
Grade 3
59
Ungraded
10
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 1 | 46 |
| Grade 2 | 56 |
| Grade 3 | 59 |
| Ungraded | 10 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 79 | 46.2% |
| Male | 92 | 53.8% |
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