NEW YORK AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
New York Avenue Elementary School is a public prekindergarten school that is part of the Somers Point School District school district, located in SOMERS POINT, NJ with about 73 students. With about 7 teachers, New York Avenue Elementary 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.
New York Avenue Elementary School is a public school located in Somers Point, New Jersey, serving students in grades Pre-K through 3. As part of the Somers Point School District, the institution focuses on providing a foundational educational experience that emphasizes early childhood development, literacy, and social-emotional growth. The school is known for its community-oriented atmosphere, striving to create a safe and supportive learning environment that encourages curiosity and prepares young students for the transition to intermediate education.
In addition to its core academic curriculum, New York Avenue Elementary emphasizes the importance of active parental involvement and community partnership. The school administration and faculty work to implement inclusive programs that cater to diverse learning styles, ensuring that every child receives the necessary support during their formative years. By fostering a collaborative culture between teachers, families, and the wider Somers Point community, the school remains dedicated to building a strong academic and character-based foundation for all its students.
For more information, contact New York Avenue Elementary School at (609) 927-2053 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
SOMERS POINT, NJ 08244-1408
(609) 927-2053
NEW YORK AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in SOMERS POINT, NJ with about 73 enrolled students. See other public pre-kindergarten schools in New Jersey
School Details
- Level:
- Pre-K & Kindergarten
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Somers Point School District
- Total Students:
- 73
- Teachers:
- 7.1
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 73 students
- White
- 54.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 23.3%
- Black or African American
- 12.3%
- Two or more races
- 6.8%
- Asian
- 2.7%
- Female
- 47.9%
- Male
- 52.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.