Joseph A Citta Elementary School

2050 LAKEWOOD RD TOMS RIVER NJ 08755

About Joseph A Citta Elementary School

Joseph A. Citta Elementary School, located in Toms River, New Jersey, has been educating the community for over 25 years as part of the Toms River Regional School District. The school has a focus on respect, responsibility, and lifelong education via programs such as “Citta Style” and literacy enrichment. Students use engaging, hands-on learning and collaborate with neighboring schools as well as preschool programs. Citta has been recognized for its Positive Behavior Support initiative and innovative Literacy Lab. With supportive parents, committed teachers, and a supportive community, Citta continues to grow and is among the best elementary schools in New Jersey.

Contact Information

Address

2050 LAKEWOOD RD TOMS RIVER NJ 08755

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Phone

(732) 818-8550

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 45%
Reading 45%
State average proficiency is 45% in Math and 45% in Reading.
38
Full-time Teachers
14 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
483
Total Students
$70490
Avg. Teacher Salary

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School Ratings

Ranked

91

of 205 in New Jersey

Recent News & Updates

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:40 AM - 2:50 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:25 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 33.95%
Asian 5.18%
Hispanic 38.72%
Black 17.39%
Two+ Races 4.76%
Native Am. 0%
White
33.95%
Asian
5.18%
Hispanic
38.72%
Black
17.39%
Two+ Races
4.76%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 483
47%
227 Female
53%
256 Male

Student Population

483 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

441 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

Joseph A Citta Elementary School welcomed back students on September 3 for the 2025-26 school year, during a time of excitement, learning, and positive community spirit.

FAQ

Q1: What specialized programs does Joseph A. Citta Elementary offer?

A1: The school offers Gifted & Talented programs with differentiated instruction for accelerated students.

Q2: How does the school meet students' individual learning needs?

A2: The school provides differentiated instruction and resources to address students' varying learning needs.

Q3: What types of extracurricular activities are offered to students?

A3: Students can be involved in various clubs and after-school programs based on their interests.

Q4: What does the school do to develop a positive school culture?

A4: Citta Elementary develops a positive school culture through character education and community-building experiences.

Q5: What is the school's student assessment process?

A5: The school uses multiple assessment tools to track student growth and develop instructional practices.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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