H & M Potter School
627 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 4th
School Overview
H & M Potter School, located on Veeder Lane in Bayville, New Jersey, is a public elementary school serving students in the Berkeley Township School District. The school typically caters to children in the early primary grades, focusing on fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills, social-emotional development, and community engagement. As part of the Berkeley Township district, the school aims to prepare students for their future academic careers by providing a structured curriculum alongside a variety of extracurricular activities and school-wide programs designed to build character and school spirit.
The school is well-integrated into the Bayville community and is often recognized for its commitment to maintaining small class sizes and a welcoming atmosphere. Parents and staff often collaborate through active PTA involvement, which helps organize events, fundraisers, and enrichment programs that supplement the standard classroom experience. By focusing on a holistic approach to education, H & M Potter School strives to create a safe, inclusive space where young learners can grow both intellectually and personally during their formative years.
The school is well-integrated into the Bayville community and is often recognized for its commitment to maintaining small class sizes and a welcoming atmosphere. Parents and staff often collaborate through active PTA involvement, which helps organize events, fundraisers, and enrichment programs that supplement the standard classroom experience. By focusing on a holistic approach to education, H & M Potter School strives to create a safe, inclusive space where young learners can grow both intellectually and personally during their formative years.
627
Total Students
54.8
Full-Time Teachers
11.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
43.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 420 |
| Hispanic | 127 |
| Black | 29 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More | 43 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White420 (67.0%)
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Hispanic127 (20.3%)
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Two or More43 (6.9%)
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Black29 (4.6%)
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Asian7 (1.1%)
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American Indian1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Berkeley Township School District |
| Phone: | (732)269-5700 |
| Website: | http://www.btboe.org |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 4th |
| Total Students: | 627 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 54.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 243 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 31 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
147
Kindergarten
88
Grade 1
106
Grade 2
85
Grade 3
94
Grade 4
107
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 147 |
| Kindergarten | 88 |
| Grade 1 | 106 |
| Grade 2 | 85 |
| Grade 3 | 94 |
| Grade 4 | 107 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 290 | 46.3% |
| Male | 337 | 53.7% |
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