ISLAND HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Island Heights Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Island Heights School District school district, located in ISLAND HEIGHTS, NJ with about 120 students offering grade levels from 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 12 teachers, Island Heights Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Island Heights Elementary School, located in the small, historic borough of Island Heights, New Jersey, serves as a central hub for the local community. As a preschool-through-sixth-grade institution, the school is known for its intimate, small-town atmosphere that fosters close relationships between students, teachers, and families. Because of its size, the school is able to provide a personalized educational experience, often emphasizing a tight-knit community culture where students are well-known by staff members throughout their formative years.

Academically and culturally, the school takes advantage of its unique location along the Toms River, often integrating the local environment into its identity. The district is characterized by its dedication to maintaining high academic standards while preserving the traditional charm of the historic community it serves. As the primary elementary school for the borough, it plays a vital role in the town’s civic life, often acting as a focal point for local events and community-based initiatives that reinforce the values of a small, interconnected school district.

For more information, contact Island Heights Elementary School at (732) 929-1222 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.