Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School

School Overview
Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School is a public school located in New Milford, New Jersey, serving students in grades K through 5. As part of the New Milford School District, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic excellence, character development, and the social-emotional well-being of its students. The school curriculum is designed to meet state standards while offering a variety of extracurricular activities that encourage students to explore their interests and build a strong sense of community.

The school is well-regarded for its collaborative atmosphere, where teachers, staff, and parents work closely together to ensure student success. By prioritizing a well-rounded education, Bertrand F. Gibbs strives to prepare its young learners for the transition to middle school, focusing on foundational skills in core subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science. With a focus on respect, responsibility, and perseverance, the school serves as a central pillar in the New Milford community, helping to shape the next generation of students through a structured and engaging academic experience.
476
Total Students
36.1
Full-Time Teachers
13.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
21.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White213
Hispanic151
Black28
Asian74
Two or More6
American Indian1
Pacific Islander3
  • White
    213 (44.7%)
  • Hispanic
    151 (31.7%)
  • Asian
    74 (15.5%)
  • Black
    28 (5.9%)
  • Two or More
    6 (1.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.6%)
  • American Indian
    1 (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: New Milford Public School District
Phone: (201)261-0939
Website: http://www.nmpsd.org/Gibbs
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 476
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 36.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 81
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 19
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 6
Kindergarten 65
Grade 1 85
Grade 2 75
Grade 3 84
Grade 4 77
Grade 5 84

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten6
Kindergarten65
Grade 185
Grade 275
Grade 384
Grade 477
Grade 584
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female21545.2%
Male26154.8%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)