Horace Mann No. 6 Elementary School

Horace Mann No. 6 Elementary School can be found at 25 West 38th St., Bayonne, New Jersey.Recognized among the top elementary schools in Bayonne, New Jersey, the school is a public school in the Bayonne School District serving students in grades Pre-K through 8th. The school has approximately 600-680 enrollments with a student- teacher ratio of 13:1. The demographics of the school approximately 55% white, 20% Hispanic, 12% Black, and 11% Asian; about half of students (48.72%) are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. The district reports approximately 28% of students are proficient at math skills and 38% of students are proficient reading skills. The district spends approximately $17,000-19,000 for each student for educational funding. In relation to the community Bayonne is situated on the waterfront and houses are in demand with the median home value estimated to be approximately $446,000 which is often worrisome for families for school access.

The school has made its calendar for October 2025 available, reflecting events such as “World Mental Health Day” and “Trunk or Treat” in late October.

Our “Welcome Back to Learning” article from August of 2024 reflected the readiness of faculty and staff in preparations for the new school year starting in September, knowing that the best preparation for students was to feel ready to go back to school.

The school website includes an announcement for free live-on-demand tutoring available for students with a Bayonne Public Library Card.

Q1. How is a new student enrolled at Horace Mann No. 6?

Ans. Parents fill out an enrollment application with the Bayonne Public School District, proof of residency, the immunization record, and previous schools records where applicable.

Q2. Is there before- and after-school programs for students?

Ans. Yes, there is supervised before- and after-school care as well, which offers some homework support and recreation to assist working families.

Q3. How does the school support special needs students and students who learn differently?

Ans. Horace Mann No. 6 offers Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), Resource specialists, and accommodations to support all students.

Q4. What languages are taught in a foreign language program or ESL?

Ans. Horace Mann No. 6 provides ESL support as well as their ability to provide exposure to an introductory program of a foreign language based on grade level.

Q5. Is there a parent-teacher association (PTA) or an opportunity for parents to get involved?

Ans. Yes, there is an active PTA who organizes events, as well as fundraisers and volunteers in the schools.