Cornelia F. Bradford No. 16 Elementary School

My son loves to go this this school. The principal is the strength of this school. She is such a nice lady as a person and considers the children at the school as her own. One can see the bonding between the children and the principal. The staff and teachers at this school are very friendly and pro-active. The parents association at this school is a boon. They raised all the money needed to equip the school with air-conditioners and completed their mission today. And this school strives hard every year to keep running many of their extra-curricular activities, such as violin, piano, chess and a new introduction this year recorder. All for free.
—Submitted by a parent

Excellent school. The children are taught to strive for excellence. the Principal, faculty, and staff, all care about the students. Increased parental involvement would be beneficial, but the strong "Concerned Parents Association" is phenomenal. In spite of the lack of support of the new Superintendent in certain areas. PS 16 excels.
—Submitted by a parent

I went to this school I love the principal she is so cool. The 2009 - 2011 teachers are awesome

My son started at this school in October 2011 after attending a private school in Jersey City. I have to say that this school has an excellent curriculum that is challenging and far more stimulating and creative than his former private school. The staff at this school are warm and professional. The principal is always receptive and effective. I remain in awe as to how strong the parent's association is at this school. In addition, it is refreshing to see how supportive the principal is towards the parent's association. This type of synergy was sorely lacking at my son's former school. Not only is this school well equipped academically, their activities offered such as swimming, guitar, chess, computer lab and enrichment programs further serves to demonstrate how exemplary this school is. I am very happy that my son loves this school and wakes up every day with a thirst for learning.
—Submitted by a parent

My daughter studied in this school for an year and was in love with it. The Principal ,the teachers and the staff are very encouraging and guide kids gently . She received lot of love and support from all her teachers and got a lot of confidence in herself. Unfortunately we had to move out of the city. I will really miss the school so will my daughter.
—Submitted by a parent

Overall, love the school. I would like more balance after school activities, however with the strong PTA I am certain it will get done.
—Submitted by a parent

My children attend this school this year and i really am happy with it! i have one in 1st grade and one in kindergarten. The teachers they have this year are really excellent. The school is a nice size as well and very well kept. The office girls are very nice and always helpful. The town is also doing away with the trailers on the playground this year and pk4 and kindergarten are moving into the main buliding. A bran new park and playground is going to be built in place of the trailers. This is going to be great for the kids at recess. The park should be ready for next school year. I would definently recommend this school to all the paulus hook parents and all the families who are zoned for it!
—Submitted by a parent

I think the school is good academicaly. But there r no after school activities in the school. Also i think kids from the different area comes in this school, other than the kids live in that area. My daughter`s teacher is just great. But i heard it from my daughter that there r lots of kids in her class who r not intrested in studies and who doesn`t pay any attention in the class and just ignore the teacher which is a very sad part.
—Submitted by a parent

i think this school is the best school in new jersey .if your child needs to go to a new school i recommend p.s.16 that meet high academic standards. they have a pool for gym.the students treat your child like they want to be treated. so come on down to the school they are always waiting.
—Submitted by a parent

I realize that many middle school parents are upset at how quickly the school was changed from an elementary school to a lower school. There are a lot of hurt feelings and it is understandable. However, my daughter has had absolutely wonderful teachers and her learning experience has been very good. Sure, there are a few disrespectful children -- you find that in every school. But that has not diminished my feelings about the school.
—Submitted by a parent

The school is a great disappointment. I would not recommend any parent to enroll their child to this school. The teachers and principles main concern is the numbers not the children. Dont watch your child fail in theis school.
—Submitted by a parent

I am very disappointed with the children's disrespect and very 'adult' attitude My daughter's experience in PS #16 this year has been less than warm and fuzzy. There are some good aspects of the school but more disappointing ones in my opinion
—Submitted by a parent

As a parent for a number of years, this school is getting worst and worst. It got new leadership this year that has proven to be part of its downfall. There are some good teachers but the majority beat the kids to the door at 2:45pm. Better to put your child in private, charter or catholic school that watch them fail here.
—Submitted by a parent

The worst. This school is only worry about numbers and not the children. The staff as a whole, huge disappointmen. Over rated try somewhere else...
—Submitted by a parent

Change is inevitable. While I understand the prior post's feelings, I have to point out that his or her experienced teachers were new once, too. And if they were lucky, they worked with some great, experienced teachers who guided them to become that next generation of great teachers. I am a parent of 2 children at PS16. We have been at the school for 5 years and we are quite happy there. Yes, it would be wonderful to have more outdoor space, a bigger gym, more extracurricular activities. But we are blessed to have administrators and teachers (long-term and newer) who care about the whole child (and not only NCLB requirements), involved parents and good kids. Keep up the good work, everybody. We'll do our part.
—Submitted by a parent

The Cornelia F. Bradford Bears have definitely gone through a tremendous change since I attended (K-12 / 1994-2002). The most spectacular teachers have gone into retirement while the few amazing ones left are forced to ravage all that is left of the 'prize curriculum' and 'high standards.' Actually the entire city is going to shambles, its better to try your luck in a better county. The education that the students of P.S. #16 are leaving with is nothing compared to other schools in the state and your children will graduate the 8th grade with watered down 7th grade knowledge. The more capable students are being held behind to accommodate the students that cannot keep up. If you don t take my word for it, go to the school yourself and ask the teachers that have been there for decades their opinion on the direction the school is headed in. The newer teachers will never compare to the experience of the instructors I had in breeding academic champions.
—Submitted by a student

I have had children in PS# 16 from KG through to grade 6. I have enjoyed meeting with the teachers, principal and PTA leaders during my time as a parent at this school. The discipline is very good and the teachers give great care to all children and their parents. The office staff are courteous and helpful, always remembering the children by name. We have enjoyed sending the children to this school, it has been very rewarding for my three kids. Thank you PS #16.
—Submitted by Rozeena Manzoor, a parent

Looking for a good school in Jersey City?. Not easy. But in my opnion Cornela F. Bradford PS 16 is one of the best. Academically my daughter was doing High School Math in the 7th grade. The books they are asked to read & write about are amazing, and their History & Science curriculums excellent. My daughter has attended PS 16 since the 1st grade. She will be graduating on June 26, 2007. And I can proudly say she is an Honor student, and has been accepted to County Prep HS. She played volleyball & basketball during her 7th & 8th grades. There is nothing PS 16 cannot offer you that your not searching for. Teachers, prinicipal Mr. Marsella, and the parents constant involvment all togehter make up a dinamic team!
—Submitted by a parent

I am not a parent but I am a student. I have been in P.S. 16 since kindergarten. It is the best school I have ever attended. First it was Mr.Ditursti then it became Mr.Marsella. Mr.Marsella has changed my life since kindergarten. He taught me things I couldnt imagine. I know what a great school P.S. 16 is and I am glad to be a part of the Cornelia F. Bradford society. I am a proud student and my mom is a proud parent and if you dont know where to send your child for school pick CORNELIA F. BRADFORD SCHOOL! It's the best school ever!
—Submitted by a student

I am a parent of a second grader and my youngest will now be entering pre-school at #16 and I am very happy with the school. The principal (Mr. Marsella) is always outside in the morning and after school to greet the parents and students. He is also always available to listen to any concerns or questions regarding the children. As for the teachers I have to say they have all been terrific. There has not been one teacher that I have had any concerns about. He has music, gym, art,library and spanish. All the teachers are very nice. The parent involement is the best in the city, we are like a big family. We all know each other and each others children which makes me feel more comfortable knowing there is always someone watching out for my children.
—Submitted by a parent