GULF SHORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Gulf Shores Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Baldwin County school district, located in Gulf Shores, AL with about 1,061 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 52 teachers, Gulf Shores Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Gulf Shores Elementary School, located at 1600 East 3rd St in Gulf Shores, Alabama, serves as a central hub for primary education in the local community. As part of the Gulf Shores City Schools district, the institution is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for students in the early stages of their academic careers. The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience, balancing core curriculum standards with programs designed to encourage personal growth, creativity, and social development among its students.

Reflecting its "Dolphin" mascot, the school promotes a sense of community spirit and pride that extends beyond the classroom. The institution utilizes its website, gsesdolphins.com, as a primary resource for parents and guardians to stay informed about academic calendars, extracurricular activities, and school-wide initiatives. By maintaining strong lines of communication between educators, students, and families, Gulf Shores Elementary aims to build a solid foundation for lifelong learning while preparing students for their eventual transition to the higher grade levels within the city’s school system.

For more information, contact Gulf Shores Elementary School at (251) 968-7375 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.