FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT SCHOOL

Franklin D Roosevelt School is a public elementary school that is part of the Edison Township School District school district, located in Edison, NJ with about 140 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to Kindergarten. With about 12 teachers, Franklin D Roosevelt School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

The Franklin D. Roosevelt (FDR) School, located on New Dover Road in Edison, New Jersey, is a specialized public school within the Edison Township Public Schools district. It is primarily dedicated to serving students with a wide range of special needs, providing a supportive and tailored educational environment. The school is known for its focus on individualized learning plans, ensuring that each student receives the specific academic, social, and therapeutic services necessary to meet their unique developmental and educational goals.

Beyond its core curriculum, the FDR School emphasizes a holistic approach to student growth, often integrating life skills training, physical therapy, and behavioral support into the daily experience. By maintaining smaller class sizes and utilizing a team of dedicated educators and specialists, the school fosters a nurturing atmosphere designed to build student confidence and independence. It serves as a vital resource for the Edison community, upholding the district's commitment to inclusive education and ensuring that every student has access to the tools required to reach their full potential.

For more information, contact Franklin D Roosevelt School at (732) 452-2939 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

838 New Dover Rd
Edison, NJ 08820
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FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT SCHOOL is a public school in Edison, NJ with about 140 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
140
Teachers:
12
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
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten

* 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 140 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT SCHOOL is predominantly Asian, representing about 73% of the student body.

Asian
72.9%
White
12.1%
Hispanic/Latino
10.7%
Black or African American
3.6%
Two or more races
0.7%

Female
29.3%
Male
70.7%

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.