MARIE V. DUFFY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Marie V. Duffy Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Wharton Borough School District school district, located in Wharton, NJ with about 473 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 47 teachers, Marie V. Duffy 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.

Marie V. Duffy Elementary School, located in Wharton, New Jersey, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local community. As a public school, it is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where students in the early grades can develop both academically and socially. The school places a strong emphasis on core curriculum standards while encouraging the personal growth of each child, aiming to prepare them for success as they transition to higher grade levels.

Beyond its academic focus, the school is deeply integrated into the small-town atmosphere of Wharton, often serving as a central hub for community engagement and parent-teacher collaboration. By providing a structured yet nurturing atmosphere, Marie V. Duffy Elementary strives to build a strong educational baseline for its students, focusing on literacy, numeracy, and character development to help every student reach their full potential within a safe and structured learning space.

For more information, contact Marie V. Duffy Elementary School at (973) 361-2506 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.