SHREWSBURY BOROUGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Shrewsbury Borough School District school district, located in SHREWSBURY, NJ with about 470 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 44 teachers, Shrewsbury Borough 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.

Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School, located on Obre Place in Shrewsbury, New Jersey, serves as the primary educational institution for the local borough community. As a community-focused public school, it typically provides education for students from preschool through eighth grade, emphasizing a supportive environment that fosters academic growth, social development, and personal responsibility. The school is known for its intimate campus setting and its commitment to preparing students for the transition to regional high schools.

The school is deeply integrated into the small, historic community of Shrewsbury, often prioritizing close partnerships between faculty, parents, and local organizations. By maintaining relatively small class sizes, the district aims to offer a personalized learning experience that addresses individual student needs. The curriculum generally balances core academic disciplines—such as language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies—with enrichment programs, technology integration, and extracurricular activities designed to develop well-rounded students in a nurturing suburban setting.

For more information, contact Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School at (732) 747-0882 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.