Montclair Public School District
6,278 Students
11 Schools
District Overview
Nestled in a thriving large suburban setting within the greater New York-Newark-Jersey City metropolitan area, the Montclair Public School District serves its local community from its central office at 22 Valley Road in Montclair, New Jersey. As a fully operational, traditional public school system, the district encompasses 11 school facilities that provide a continuous, high-quality educational pipeline spanning from pre-kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. Designed to foster intellectual curiosity and personal growth at every stage of development, Montclair’s schools offer an inclusive and dynamic environment for students, prospective families, and community members alike.
Across its primary and secondary programs, the district educates 6,278 students backed by an exceptionally strong workforce of over 2,100 full-time equivalent staff members. This comprehensive educator ecosystem includes more than 1,130 full-time equivalent teachers, nearly 220 instructional aides, and approximately 750 dedicated support staff personnel. This rich staffing investment ensures low student-to-staff ratios, strong classroom support, and tailored instructional strategies. Montclair Public School District stands as a vibrant educational hub, combining robust academic resources with a deep commitment to student well-being and community achievement.
Across its primary and secondary programs, the district educates 6,278 students backed by an exceptionally strong workforce of over 2,100 full-time equivalent staff members. This comprehensive educator ecosystem includes more than 1,130 full-time equivalent teachers, nearly 220 instructional aides, and approximately 750 dedicated support staff personnel. This rich staffing investment ensures low student-to-staff ratios, strong classroom support, and tailored instructional strategies. Montclair Public School District stands as a vibrant educational hub, combining robust academic resources with a deep commitment to student well-being and community achievement.
11
Total Schools
6,278
Total Students
1,135.2
Full-Time Teachers
5.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics
District Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 3,162 |
| Hispanic | 980 |
| Black | 1,116 |
| Asian | 321 |
| Two or More | 678 |
| American Indian | 7 |
| Pacific Islander | 7 |
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White3,162 (50.4%)
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Black1,116 (17.8%)
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Hispanic980 (15.6%)
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Two or More678 (10.8%)
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Asian321 (5.1%)
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American Indian7 (0.1%)
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Pacific Islander7 (0.1%)
School Levels
School Levels Data Table
| School Level | School Count |
|---|---|
| Elementary | 7 |
| Middle | 3 |
| High | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
School Map
District Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| District type: | Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union |
| Charter: | Not a charter district |
| Number of schools: | 11 |
| Students: | 6,278* |
| Teachers (FTE): | 1,135.2* |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 5.5 |
Schools in Montclair Public School District
Found 11 Schools
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
Middle School 6th - 8th
Elementary School K - 5th
Elementary School K - 5th
512 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
Elementary School 3rd - 5th
1,925 Students
High School 9th - 12th
Elementary School Pre-K - 2nd
Elementary School K - 5th
Middle School 6th - 8th
Elementary School K - 5th