LAFAYETTE ESTATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

LAFAYETTE ESTATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Woodbridge Township School District school district, located in FORDS, NJ with about 475 students offering grade levels from 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 31 teachers, LAFAYETTE ESTATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

LAFAYETTE ESTATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is located in the Fords section of Woodbridge Township, New Jersey, and serves students in grades K–5. As part of the Woodbridge Township School District, the school is recognized for its commitment to providing a foundational academic environment that emphasizes core literacy, mathematics, and social development. The school prides itself on fostering a community-oriented atmosphere where staff and families collaborate to support the diverse needs of its student population.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Lafayette Estates offers a range of programs designed to enrich the educational experience, including opportunities for extracurricular involvement and a focus on character education. The school aims to prepare its students for future academic success by balancing rigorous learning standards with a supportive, inclusive environment. With its long-standing presence in the Fords community, the school serves as a central hub for neighborhood families, focusing on student achievement and social-emotional growth in their formative years.

For more information, contact LAFAYETTE ESTATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (732) 596-4143 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.