EAST DOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

East Dover Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Toms River Regional School District school district, located in TOMS RIVER, NJ with about 660 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 54 teachers, East Dover 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.

East Dover Elementary School, located on Vaughn Avenue in Toms River, New Jersey, is a public school serving students in the Toms River Regional School District. As a staple of the local community, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive foundational education for elementary-aged children, emphasizing academic growth alongside social and emotional development. The school environment is typically characterized by a commitment to fostering a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage in both classroom learning and extracurricular enrichment.

Like many schools within the Toms River district, East Dover Elementary prioritizes the integration of technology and standardized curricula to prepare students for middle school transitions. The school maintains a strong connection with the surrounding neighborhood, often serving as a hub for community involvement and family engagement. By maintaining a balance of core subjects—such as language arts, mathematics, and science—and character-building initiatives, the school strives to create a well-rounded educational experience tailored to the needs of its diverse student body.

For more information, contact East Dover Elementary School at (732) 505-5840 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.