J. FITHIAN TATEM SCHOOL

J. Fithian Tatem School is a public elementary school that is part of the Haddonfield School District school district, located in HADDONFIELD, NJ with about 426 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 28 teachers, J. Fithian Tatem 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.

J. Fithian Tatem School, located on Glover Avenue in Haddonfield, New Jersey, is a highly regarded public elementary school serving students in grades K-5. As part of the Haddonfield School District, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its nurturing, community-centered environment. It focuses on developing the "whole child," emphasizing not only core curriculum subjects like mathematics, literacy, and science, but also character education and social-emotional growth.

The school is known for its strong partnership between faculty, students, and families, bolstered by an active PTA that frequently organizes enrichment programs and community events. With a reputation for high student achievement and a supportive staff, Tatem Elementary aims to prepare its students for middle school by fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and a sense of civic responsibility. Its location in the heart of the Haddonfield community contributes to its identity as a neighborhood-focused institution that values traditional educational standards while incorporating modern instructional practices.

For more information, contact J. Fithian Tatem School at (856) 429-0902 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

ONE GLOVER AVENUE
HADDONFIELD, NJ 08033
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J. FITHIAN TATEM SCHOOL is a public school in HADDONFIELD, NJ with about 426 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
426
Teachers:
28.16
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
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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 426 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending J. FITHIAN TATEM SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 87% of the student body.

White
87.3%
Asian
4.9%
Two or more races
3.8%
Hispanic/Latino
3.1%
Black or African American
0.9%

Female
46.9%
Male
53.1%

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.