UNION TOWNSHIP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Union Township Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Union Township School District school district, located in HAMPTON, NJ with about 230 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. With about 19 teachers, Union 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.

Union Township Elementary School, located on Perryville Road in Hampton, New Jersey, serves as a focal point for the local community, providing education for students in the pre-kindergarten through eighth-grade range. As a district school, it emphasizes a small-town educational environment, often characterized by a commitment to fostering close relationships between students, teachers, and families. The curriculum is designed to meet New Jersey state standards while focusing on building a strong academic foundation in core subjects like mathematics, language arts, science, and social studies, supplemented by extracurricular opportunities.

The school is known for its quiet, suburban setting in Hunterdon County, which plays a role in its identity as a community-centered institution. Its approach to education generally prioritizes a supportive learning environment, aiming to balance rigorous academic expectations with the social and emotional development of its students. By maintaining a relatively intimate school culture, Union Township Elementary strives to prepare its students for the transition to high school, encouraging both personal responsibility and active participation within the local school district.

For more information, contact Union Township Elementary School at (908) 735-5511 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.