FARMINGDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Farmingdale Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Farmingdale Public School District school district, located in FARMINGDALE, NJ with about 156 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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, Farmingdale Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. 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.

Farmingdale Elementary School, located at 49 Academy Street in Farmingdale, New Jersey, is a small, community-centered public school that serves students in grades Pre-K through 8. As part of the Farmingdale School District, the school is known for its intimate academic environment, which allows for smaller class sizes and a more personalized approach to student instruction. The school’s mission focuses on fostering a supportive learning community that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and active student engagement within a tight-knit local atmosphere.

Because of its size, Farmingdale Elementary serves as a central hub for the surrounding borough, often prioritizing strong home-school partnerships and a collaborative educational experience. The curriculum is designed to meet New Jersey state standards while incorporating programs that cater to the developmental needs of its diverse student body. By maintaining a focus on individual student progress and community involvement, the school strives to prepare its graduates for success in the neighboring regional high school systems.

For more information, contact Farmingdale Elementary at (732) 938-9611 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.