CAPE MAY CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Cape May City Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Cape May City School District school district, located in CAPE MAY, NJ with about 175 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 21 teachers, Cape May City Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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.

Cape May City Elementary School, located at 921 Lafayette Street in Cape May, New Jersey, serves as the primary public educational institution for the local community. As a cornerstone of the Cape May City School District, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic achievement, character development, and social-emotional growth for students in the early grades through middle school. The school benefits from its unique location in a historic seaside town, often integrating the local environment into its educational programming to provide students with a well-rounded and engaging experience.

Beyond its core curriculum, the school is known for maintaining a tight-knit atmosphere that encourages active parent and community involvement. It offers a variety of extracurricular activities and support services designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body. By prioritizing small-class interaction and a culture of mutual respect, Cape May City Elementary aims to prepare its students not only for the rigors of high school but also to become responsible, productive citizens within their community.

For more information, contact Cape May City Elementary School at (609) 884-8485 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.