FLORENCE L. WALTHER SCHOOL

Florence L. Walther School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lumberton Township Board of Education school district, located in LUMBERTON, NJ with about 217 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 1st 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 18 teachers, Florence L. Walther School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

The Florence L. Walther School, located at 56 Chestnut Street in Lumberton, New Jersey, serves as a primary educational institution within the Lumberton Township School District. Typically catering to students in the early elementary grades (often Pre-K through 2nd grade), the school is recognized for fostering a foundational learning environment that emphasizes academic basics alongside social-emotional development. The school prides itself on creating a welcoming, community-oriented atmosphere where young learners can begin their educational journey in a structured yet supportive setting.

Beyond its core curriculum, the Florence L. Walther School is characterized by its focus on inclusivity and student engagement. It frequently utilizes a variety of teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, aiming to build a strong base for future academic success. With its central location in the Lumberton community, the school acts as a focal point for local families, maintaining active partnerships between educators, parents, and the community to ensure a cohesive and nurturing experience for every child.

For more information, contact Florence L. Walther School at (609) 267-1404 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

56 CHESTNUT STREET
LUMBERTON, NJ 08048-0008
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FLORENCE L. WALTHER SCHOOL is a public Title I school in LUMBERTON, NJ with about 217 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
217
Teachers:
18.16
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
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st 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 217 students

White
49.8%
Black or African American
19.8%
Hispanic/Latino
16.6%
Two or more races
8.3%
Asian
5.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%

Female
43.8%
Male
56.2%

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.