The school has been in operation since 1929 with various grade level structures. Polk Elementary School currently has 200 students. The subjects of Library, Art, Music, Physical Education, and Health are taught by professional specialists. The school utilizes a full range of educational services including special education and an enrichment program.
Instruction is delivered in an inclusionary setting.
The school is accredited by both the Middle States Association and the Department of Education. There is a strong emphasis on a child-centered curriculum which is centered around an inclusion philosophy. Support services are provided through guidance counselors, reading specialists, a school nurse, and an instructional support teacher. A wide variety of assembly programs and field trips provide and enhance learning experiences.