MIDDLE SCHOOL # 4

Middle School # 4 is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Jersey City Public Schools school district, located in JERSEY CITY, NJ with about 774 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 52 teachers, Middle School # 4 has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Middle School #4, located at 107 Bright Street in Jersey City, NJ, serves as a neighborhood public school within the Jersey City Public Schools district. Situated in the historic and densely populated downtown area of the city, the school functions as a community hub, providing middle-grades education (typically encompassing grades 6 through 8) to a diverse local student population. Its location in the downtown district places it in a rapidly developing urban environment, making it a focal point for families living in the surrounding residential neighborhoods.

As part of the Jersey City school system, the institution focuses on delivering a comprehensive academic curriculum while navigating the unique challenges and opportunities of an urban educational setting. Like many schools in this district, Middle School #4 emphasizes foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, aiming to prepare its students for the transition to high school. The school’s presence on Bright Street marks it as a long-standing educational institution within the downtown landscape, contributing to the broader mission of providing accessible public education to the city's growing community.

For more information, contact Middle School # 4 at (201) 946-5740 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.