LAWNSIDE SCHOOL

Lawnside School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lawnside School District school district, located in LAWNSIDE, NJ with about 264 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 26 teachers, Lawnside 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.

Lawnside School, located at 426 East Charleston Avenue in Lawnside, New Jersey, serves as the primary educational institution for the Lawnside School District. As a PK–8 facility, it plays a central role in the community by providing foundational education for students from preschool through eighth grade. The school is noted for its historic significance, as Lawnside itself is a unique, historically Black municipality, and the school remains a focal point for local pride and academic development within the borough.

Academically, Lawnside School focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment tailored to the developmental needs of elementary and middle school students. The school emphasizes standard core curricula while often integrating community-centered activities that reflect the town's rich heritage. By acting as the sole public school in the district, it serves as a close-knit hub for families, maintaining a strong connection between the faculty, students, and the residents of Lawnside.

For more information, contact Lawnside School at (856) 546-4850 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.