Lower Township Elementary School District

District Overview
Situated at 905 Seashore Road in Cape May, New Jersey, the Lower Township Elementary School District is an active, traditional public school district dedicated to serving early childhood and elementary learners. Nestled in a large suburban setting within the broader Atlantic City-Hammonton metropolitan region, the district operates four open school campuses tailored specifically for students in pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. According to federal educational data for the 2024–2025 school year, the district educates a total of 1,401 enrolled students, comprising 711 male and 690 female learners. The student body reflects a diverse community context, including 1,047 White, 247 Hispanic, 71 Black, and 25 multiracial students, alongside small populations of Asian, Pacific Islander, and American Indian children.

To foster a highly supportive and individualized learning environment during these foundational primary years, Lower Township Elementary School District maintains a robust professional workforce. The district employs approximately 788 full-time equivalent staff members, anchored by 258 certified teachers and 100 instructional aides who provide direct classroom assistance. This educational team is further bolstered by 430 dedicated support staff personnel who manage student services, administrative functions, and facility operations. This generous allocation of instructional and support staff ensures that young learners receive tailored guidance and resources. Families, educators, and researchers interested in learning more about the district's programs and community initiatives can visit their official portal at www.lowertwpschools.com.
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Total Schools
1,401
Total Students
258.0
Full-Time Teachers
5.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lower Township Elementary School District
Demographic Student Count
White1,047
Hispanic247
Black71
Asian5
Two or More25
American Indian2
Pacific Islander4
  • White
    1,047 (74.7%)
  • Hispanic
    247 (17.6%)
  • Black
    71 (5.1%)
  • Two or More
    25 (1.8%)
  • Asian
    5 (0.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.3%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Lower Township Elementary School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary3
Middle1
High0
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:4
Students:1,401*
Teachers (FTE):258.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:5.4
Schools in Lower Township Elementary School District
Found 4 Schools