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James Monroe Elementary School

7 SHARP RD EDISON NJ 08837

About James Monroe Elementary School

James Monroe Elementary School stands out among Elementary Schools in New Jersey, with about 520 students enrolled in grades K–5. After a fire that destroyed the building, it was rebuilt in 2017. The brand-new campus features modern classrooms, a gym, a media center, and space dedicated to specialized learning. The school also has a strong degree of diversity, with over 80% of students being minority, which contributes to it being a welcoming and inclusive place. With approximately 12-1 student–teacher ratio, children receive individualized support to foster academic growth. Currently, approximately 56% of students are reading at grade level and 45% of students are at grade level in math, which shows continued success and commitment to excellence. Families appreciate a strong sense of community at the school, and they appreciate the active parent involvement and the staff’s dedication to supporting each student’s academic and personal development. James Monroe is continuing to grow as one of the well-respected Elementary Schools in New Jersey.

Contact Information

Address

7 SHARP RD EDISON NJ 08837

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Phone

(848) 229-4716

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 45%
Reading 56%
State average proficiency is 45% in Math and 56% in Reading.
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Full-time Teachers
12 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
520
Total Students
$82609
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 98 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at James Monroe Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:55 AM - 3:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:40 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 16.92%
Asian 42.31%
Hispanic 24.42%
Black 10.38%
Two+ Races 4.81%
Native Am. 0.77%
White
16.92%
Asian
42.31%
Hispanic
24.42%
Black
10.38%
Two+ Races
4.81%
Native Am.
0.77%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 520
49.42%
257 Female
50.58%
263 Male

Student Population

520 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 12 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

524 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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FAQ

Q1: Are the instructors at James Monroe Elementary good?

A1: Indeed, they are experienced and truly care. They are committed to helping support students' academic development, and also help instill confidence and social skills to become a better person.

Q2: Does James Monroe Elementary School do STEM stuff?

A2: Absolutely! They do tons of projects that are hands-on STEM projects. Children are able to do STEM projects that help them think and solve problems from a very early age.

Q3: Do kids get a ride to James Monroe Elementary?

A3: Yes, students are eligible for the bus if they meet the qualifications set by the school district, based on where they reside.

Q4: What will children do when they get out of school at James Monroe Elementary?

A4: There are clubs for music, student council, art, and sports. Therefore, students have opportunities to discover and explore what interests them.

Q5: What is it like to be at James Monroe Elementary?

A5: It is a good place to learn. The classrooms are bright, there is a large library, computer lab, and gym. Everyone can feel safe, and it is a friendly place for students.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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