Laura Dodge Elementary School is located at 3520 Maplewood Boulevard. The current Laura Dodge School was opened in September 1964. Currently, the student body of approximately 385 children consists of students in kindergarten through grade six. Special programs, such as English as a Second Language, the Early Childhood Special Education class, the gifted and talented programs and resource assistance, offer opportunities for personal growth. The mission of Laura Dodge Elementary School is to promote positive attitudes toward school, improve academic performance, encourage respect and dignity in staff and student relations; and build positive self-esteem. It is the goal of Dodge Elementary to provide the best possible learning environment for each student so that every child has the opportunity to develop his or her potential to the fullest. Laura Dodge Elementary also boasts an active PTA and Adopt-a-School program.