SOJOURNER TRUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL

Sojourner Truth Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the East Orange School District school district, located in EAST ORANGE, NJ with about 384 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, Sojourner Truth Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Sojourner Truth Middle School, located at 116 Hamilton St in East Orange, New Jersey, is a public middle school serving students in the East Orange School District. Named after the famed abolitionist and women's rights activist, the school is situated in a densely populated urban environment, reflecting the district's commitment to providing accessible educational opportunities for the local community. The school typically serves students in grades 6 through 8, functioning as a key transitional stage between elementary school and high school.

Like many schools in the East Orange district, Sojourner Truth Middle School focuses on fostering academic growth and character development within a diverse student body. The school’s curriculum generally aligns with New Jersey state standards, emphasizing core subjects such as English Language Arts, mathematics, science, and social studies. Beyond the classroom, the school often incorporates extracurricular activities and support services aimed at promoting social-emotional learning and preparing students for the rigors of secondary education, all while operating within the administrative framework of the East Orange Board of Education.

For more information, contact Sojourner Truth Middle School at (973) 266-5665 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.