School Overview
Edward V. Walton Primary School is a public school located in Springfield, New Jersey, serving students in grades 1 through 5. As part of the Springfield Public School District, the institution is committed to fostering a supportive and nurturing learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. The school places a strong focus on building foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while encouraging students to become active, engaged, and responsible members of their school community.

Beyond the core curriculum, Edward V. Walton is known for its emphasis on character education and community involvement. The school typically offers a variety of programs and extracurricular activities designed to enrich the student experience, promote physical wellness, and encourage creativity. By maintaining a close-knit school culture and fostering collaboration between educators, parents, and the local community, the school strives to provide a well-rounded educational experience that prepares its young learners for success as they transition to middle school and beyond.
551
Total Students
38.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
11.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Edward V. Walton Primary School
Demographic Student Count
White297
Hispanic94
Black71
Asian45
Two or More37
Pacific Islander7
  • White
    297 (53.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    94 (17.1 %)
  • Black
    71 (12.9 %)
  • Asian
    45 (8.2 %)
  • Two or More
    37 (6.7 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    7 (1.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Springfield Public School District
Phone: (973)376-1025
Website: http://www.springfieldschools.com
Grade Range: Pre-K - 2nd
Total Students: 551
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 38.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 47
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 16
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 72
Kindergarten 139
Grade 1 157
Grade 2 150
Ungraded 33

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Edward V. Walton Primary School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten72
Kindergarten139
Grade 1157
Grade 2150
Ungraded33
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Edward V. Walton Primary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female27149.2%
Male28050.8%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)