CAPTAIN JAMES LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Captain James Lawrence Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Burlington City Public School District school district, located in BURLINGTON, NJ with about 203 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd Grade. 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 13 teachers, Captain James Lawrence Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Captain James Lawrence Elementary School is a public school located in Burlington, New Jersey, serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. Part of the Burlington City Public School District, the school is named in honor of the War of 1812 naval hero James Lawrence, who was born in Burlington. The school operates with a commitment to providing a foundational academic experience, focusing on core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while fostering a supportive environment aimed at student growth and social-emotional development.

As a community-centered institution, the school places a strong emphasis on inclusivity and the success of its diverse student body. It offers various support services, including special education programs and English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction, to meet the individual needs of its learners. By maintaining a focus on collaborative learning and parent-teacher engagement, Captain James Lawrence Elementary strives to prepare its young students for success as they transition into the middle school grades within the district.

For more information, contact Captain James Lawrence Elementary School at (609) 387-5859 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.