VANDALIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Vandalia Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Porterville Unified school district, located in Porterville, CA with about 617 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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 25 teachers, Vandalia Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. 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.

Vandalia Elementary School is a public school located in Porterville, California, serving students in grades Pre-K through 6. As part of the Porterville Unified School District, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes academic achievement, character development, and social-emotional growth. The campus serves as a central hub for the local neighborhood, striving to provide a supportive foundation for elementary-aged children as they progress through their early educational years.

In addition to its core curriculum, Vandalia Elementary emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that prepares students for middle school and beyond. The school utilizes various resources and instructional strategies to meet the diverse needs of its student population, often focusing on literacy, mathematics, and community engagement. By maintaining a focus on consistent communication with families and providing a safe, structured learning environment, the school aims to cultivate a sense of community pride and academic excellence among its students.

For more information, contact Vandalia Elementary at (559) 782-7260 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

271 E. College Ave.
Porterville, CA 93257-6062
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VANDALIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Porterville, CA with about 617 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
617
Teachers:
25
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
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 617 students

Hispanic/Latino
67.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
14.1%
White
11.5%
Asian
2.8%
Two or more races
2.3%
Black or African American
0.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.6%

Female
49.4%
Male
50.6%

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.