SOUTH HARRISON TOWNSHIP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SOUTH HARRISON TOWNSHIP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the South Harrison Township School District school district, located in HARRISONVILLE, NJ with about 365 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 30 teachers, SOUTH HARRISON TOWNSHIP ELEMENTARY 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.

SOUTH HARRISON TOWNSHIP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Harrisonville, New Jersey, serves as the primary educational institution for students in the South Harrison Township School District. As a smaller, community-focused school, it provides a nurturing environment for students in the primary grade levels. The school is known for fostering a close-knit atmosphere where staff and families collaborate closely to support student development, aiming to provide a solid academic foundation while emphasizing social-emotional growth and character building.

Academically, the school focuses on meeting the diverse needs of its student population through a balanced curriculum that aligns with New Jersey state standards. Beyond core subjects like mathematics, language arts, and science, the school often incorporates opportunities for creative expression and physical education. By maintaining a smaller student-to-teacher ratio, South Harrison Township Elementary is able to offer a more personalized learning experience, ensuring that students receive the attention necessary to succeed as they transition into middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact SOUTH HARRISON TOWNSHIP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (856) 769-0855 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.