Beatrice Gilmore School

1075 MCBRIDE AVENUE
Woodland Park, NJ 07424

www.wpschools.org

359 Students

Elementary School 3rd - 5th

School Overview

The Beatrice Gilmore School, located at 1075 McBride Avenue in Woodland Park, New Jersey, is a public elementary school serving students in the Woodland Park School District. As a key part of the local educational community, the school focuses on fostering a supportive and engaging environment where young learners can build a strong academic foundation. It is committed to promoting both intellectual growth and social-emotional development, emphasizing core curriculum standards while encouraging students to become active, responsible members of their school community.

Beyond its academic offerings, Beatrice Gilmore is known for its community-oriented approach, often serving as a hub for local families. The school prioritizes a collaborative partnership between educators, parents, and the district to ensure that students receive a well-rounded experience. By maintaining a focus on inclusivity and character education, the school strives to prepare its students for the transitions that follow their elementary years, providing them with the necessary tools for continued success in middle school and beyond.

359

Total Students

28.0

Full-Time Teachers

12.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

47.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Beatrice Gilmore School
Demographic	Student Count
White	167
Hispanic	147
Black	17
Asian	11
Two or More	13
American Indian	3
Pacific Islander	1

White
167 (46.5%)
Hispanic
147 (40.9%)
Black
17 (4.7%)
Two or More
13 (3.6%)
Asian
11 (3.1%)
American Indian
3 (0.8%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.3%)

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:	Woodland Park School District
Phone:	(973)317-7740
Website:	http://www.wpschools.org
Grade Range:	3rd - 5th
Total Students:	359
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	28.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	153
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	19

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 3 120

Grade 4 117

Grade 5 122