THOMAS A. EDISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
THOMAS A. EDISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the Haddon Township School District school district, located in WESTMONT, NJ with about 143 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 9 teachers, THOMAS A. EDISON 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.
THOMAS A. EDISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 205 Melrose Avenue in Westmont, New Jersey, is a community-focused public school serving students in the Haddon Township School District. As a neighborhood school, it is known for providing a foundational academic environment that emphasizes core curriculum subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while fostering the social-emotional development of its students. The school typically serves children in the early primary grades, working to create a supportive transition into the formal education system.
The school is characterized by its dedication to the local Haddon Township community, often prioritizing small-class interactions and active parental involvement. Beyond academics, Thomas A. Edison Elementary generally places a strong emphasis on character education and community citizenship, encouraging students to develop both as scholars and as responsible individuals. By maintaining a close-knit atmosphere, the school aims to ensure that each student receives personalized attention, helping them to build the confidence and foundational skills necessary for success in their future academic endeavors.
For more information, contact THOMAS A. EDISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (856) 869-7715 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
WESTMONT, NJ 08108
(856) 869-7715
THOMAS A. EDISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in WESTMONT, NJ with about 143 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Jersey
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Haddon Township School District
- Total Students:
- 143
- Teachers:
- 9.97
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 143 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending THOMAS A. EDISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 84% of the student body.
- White
- 83.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.3%
- Two or more races
- 6.3%
- Asian
- 2.1%
- Black or African American
- 1.4%
- Female
- 48.3%
- Male
- 51.7%
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.