Chester M. Stephens Elementary School
696 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
Chester M. Stephens Elementary School, located on Sunset Drive in Budd Lake, New Jersey, serves as a primary educational institution within the Mount Olive Township School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment for students in the early stages of their academic journey. By emphasizing a balanced curriculum that integrates core subjects with social-emotional learning, the school aims to build a strong foundation for future academic success while encouraging curiosity and personal growth among its young learners.
The school community is characterized by a collaborative partnership between staff, students, and parents, all working together to promote a culture of inclusivity and excellence. With a focus on meeting the diverse needs of its student population, Chester M. Stephens offers various programs and resources designed to challenge students at their individual levels. Through its commitment to high academic standards and a positive school climate, the school prepares its students not only for the transitions to middle school but also to become well-rounded, responsible members of the broader Mount Olive community.
The school community is characterized by a collaborative partnership between staff, students, and parents, all working together to promote a culture of inclusivity and excellence. With a focus on meeting the diverse needs of its student population, Chester M. Stephens offers various programs and resources designed to challenge students at their individual levels. Through its commitment to high academic standards and a positive school climate, the school prepares its students not only for the transitions to middle school but also to become well-rounded, responsible members of the broader Mount Olive community.
696
Total Students
63.7
Full-Time Teachers
10.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
27.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 268 |
| Hispanic | 161 |
| Black | 60 |
| Asian | 170 |
| Two or More | 34 |
| American Indian | 3 |
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White268 (38.5%)
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Asian170 (24.4%)
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Hispanic161 (23.1%)
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Black60 (8.6%)
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Two or More34 (4.9%)
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American Indian3 (0.4%)
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: | Mount Olive Township School District |
| Phone: | (973)691-4002 |
| Website: | http://www.motsd.org/cms/ |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 696 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 63.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 153 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 37 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
96
Grade 1
110
Grade 2
126
Grade 3
124
Grade 4
116
Grade 5
124
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 96 |
| Grade 1 | 110 |
| Grade 2 | 126 |
| Grade 3 | 124 |
| Grade 4 | 116 |
| Grade 5 | 124 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 328 | 47.1% |
| Male | 368 | 52.9% |
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