ERIC S. SMITH MIDDLE SCHOOL

Eric S. Smith Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Ramsey School District school district, located in RAMSEY, NJ with about 742 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 70 teachers, Eric S. Smith Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Eric S. Smith Middle School, located at 2 Monroe Street in Ramsey, New Jersey, serves as a central pillar of the Ramsey Public School District. Catering to students in grades 6 through 8, the school is dedicated to bridging the gap between elementary education and high school preparation. It offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to challenge students while fostering intellectual curiosity and critical thinking skills. Beyond core subjects like mathematics, language arts, science, and social studies, the school places a significant emphasis on developing well-rounded individuals through a variety of elective courses and extracurricular opportunities.

The environment at Eric S. Smith is characterized by a commitment to social-emotional growth and community engagement. The faculty and staff focus on creating a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests, participate in sports, arts, and clubs, and develop the responsibility needed for academic success. By maintaining strong partnerships with families and the greater Ramsey community, the school aims to cultivate a collaborative culture that prepares its middle schoolers for the challenges of their upcoming high school years and beyond.

For more information, contact Eric S. Smith Middle School at (201) 785-2313 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.