MAURICE RIVER TOWNSHIP SCHOOL

MAURICE RIVER TOWNSHIP SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Maurice River Township School District school district, located in PORT ELIZABETH, NJ with about 396 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 35 teachers, MAURICE RIVER TOWNSHIP SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

MAURICE RIVER TOWNSHIP SCHOOL, located in Port Elizabeth, New Jersey, serves as the primary educational facility for the MAURICE RIVER TOWNSHIP SCHOOL District. It is a small, community-oriented school that provides instruction for students in prekindergarten through eighth grade. By focusing on a Pre-K–8 model, the school creates a close-knit environment where students remain within the same campus community throughout their formative elementary and middle school years, fostering strong relationships between faculty, students, and local families.

As a rural district school, MAURICE RIVER TOWNSHIP SCHOOL emphasizes foundational academics, character development, and student support. The school is committed to preparing its students for the transition to regional high schools by offering a curriculum that meets New Jersey state standards while maintaining an intimate class setting. The administration and staff prioritize a supportive atmosphere, aiming to cultivate a personalized learning experience that addresses the specific needs of the local student population in Cumberland County.

For more information, contact MAURICE RIVER TOWNSHIP SCHOOL at (856) 825-7411 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.