ROGER B CHAFFEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Roger B Chaffee Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Huntsville City school district, located in Huntsville, AL with about 421 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 24 teachers, Roger B Chaffee Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Roger B. Chaffee Elementary School, located in the southeast area of Huntsville, Alabama, serves a diverse student population with a commitment to academic excellence and character development. As part of the Huntsville City Schools district, the school focuses on creating a supportive learning environment that encourages students to achieve their full potential through a comprehensive curriculum, small-group instruction, and an emphasis on foundational skills in literacy and mathematics.

Beyond academics, the school places a strong value on community and school spirit, often integrating technology and extracurricular activities to keep students engaged. With its namesake honoring the legacy of astronaut Roger B. Chaffee, the school promotes a culture of curiosity and resilience. The faculty and staff prioritize building strong partnerships with parents and the local community to ensure that every child receives the social and emotional support necessary to succeed throughout their elementary years.

For more information, contact Roger B Chaffee Elementary School at (256) 428-7040 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

7900 Whittier Rd
Huntsville, AL 35802
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ROGER B CHAFFEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Huntsville, AL with about 421 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Alabama

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Huntsville City
Total Students:
421
Teachers:
24.45
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 421 students

White
46.1%
Hispanic/Latino
21.4%
Black or African American
19.7%
Two or more races
11.9%
Asian
0.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
51.1%
Male
48.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.