WHITON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Whiton Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Branchburg Township School District school district, located in NESHANIC STATION, NJ with about 611 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 3rd Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 56 teachers, Whiton Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Whiton Elementary School, located in Neshanic Station, New Jersey, is a primary educational institution serving the Branchburg Township School District. The school typically focuses on early childhood and elementary education, catering to students in the lower grade levels (generally Pre-K through Grade 3). As part of the Branchburg community, the school emphasizes a supportive learning environment designed to build a strong academic foundation while fostering social and emotional development in its youngest learners.

The school is known for its commitment to student-centered instruction and collaborative partnership between faculty, parents, and the surrounding community. Whiton Elementary prioritizes small-group learning, character education, and the integration of technology to prepare students for their future academic careers. By maintaining a focus on core curriculum standards and individual student growth, the school strives to create a nurturing atmosphere where children can develop both their intellectual abilities and a positive attitude toward lifelong learning.

For more information, contact Whiton Elementary School at (908) 371-0842 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

470 WHITON ROAD
NESHANIC STATION, NJ 08853
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WHITON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in NESHANIC STATION, NJ with about 611 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
611
Teachers:
56.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 611 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WHITON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 74% of the student body.

White
73.8%
Asian
14.6%
Hispanic/Latino
6.5%
Black or African American
2.5%
Two or more races
2.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
49.4%
Male
50.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.