FORD AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
FORD AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the Woodbridge Township School District school district, located in FORDS, NJ with about 223 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 15 teachers, FORD AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.
FORD AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 186 Ford Avenue in Fords, New Jersey, is a public school serving students in the Woodbridge Township School District. As a neighborhood-focused institution, the school provides a foundational educational experience for children in the local community, typically covering the primary grade levels. It is integrated into the larger Woodbridge Township district, which is known for its commitment to standardized curricula, diverse student support services, and a focus on preparing students for their eventual transition to middle school.
The school environment at Ford Avenue Elementary is designed to foster both academic and social development within a community-oriented setting. Like many schools in the Woodbridge district, it emphasizes core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while often incorporating technology and extracurricular activities to enrich the learning experience. By maintaining strong ties to the Fords section of the township, the school functions as a central hub for families, focusing on creating a supportive atmosphere that encourages student engagement and long-term academic success.
For more information, contact FORD AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (732) 568-5414 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
FORDS, NJ 08863
(732) 568-5414
FORD AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in FORDS, NJ with about 223 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Jersey
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Woodbridge Township School District
- Total Students:
- 223
- Teachers:
- 15.5
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 223 students
- White
- 44.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 24.7%
- Asian
- 18.4%
- Black or African American
- 8.5%
- Two or more races
- 4.0%
- Female
- 52.5%
- Male
- 47.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.