Hartford Upper Elementary School
911 Students
Middle School 5th - 6th
School Overview
Hartford Upper Elementary School, located in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, serves as a bridge between the primary elementary years and the middle school experience, typically catering to students in grades 4 and 5. As part of the Mount Laurel Township School District, the school is recognized for fostering a supportive and structured environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the development of essential social-emotional skills. The curriculum is designed to challenge students as they transition into more independent learning, with a strong focus on core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, often complemented by various enrichment opportunities.
Beyond the classroom, Hartford Upper Elementary places a significant emphasis on building a positive school culture and community engagement. The school encourages parental involvement and prides itself on a collaborative atmosphere where staff, students, and families work together to support student success. Through a variety of extracurricular activities, character-building programs, and a commitment to inclusive education, Hartford aims to prepare its students not only for the academic demands of middle school but also to become responsible and thoughtful members of the local community.
Beyond the classroom, Hartford Upper Elementary places a significant emphasis on building a positive school culture and community engagement. The school encourages parental involvement and prides itself on a collaborative atmosphere where staff, students, and families work together to support student success. Through a variety of extracurricular activities, character-building programs, and a commitment to inclusive education, Hartford aims to prepare its students not only for the academic demands of middle school but also to become responsible and thoughtful members of the local community.
911
Total Students
87.5
Full-Time Teachers
10.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
21.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 440 |
| Hispanic | 96 |
| Black | 149 |
| Asian | 146 |
| Two or More | 75 |
| American Indian | 4 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White440 (48.3 %)
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Black149 (16.4 %)
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Asian146 (16.0 %)
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Hispanic96 (10.5 %)
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Two or More75 (8.2 %)
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American Indian4 (0.4 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Mount Laurel Township School District |
| Phone: | (856)231-5899 |
| Website: | http://mtlaurelschools.org |
| Grade Range: | 5th - 6th |
| Total Students: | 911 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 87.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 179 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 18 |
Grades Taught
Grade 5
439
Grade 6
451
Ungraded
21
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 5 | 439 |
| Grade 6 | 451 |
| Ungraded | 21 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 433 | 47.5% |
| Male | 478 | 52.5% |
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