NORTH FORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

North Fork Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Chawanakee Unified school district, located in North Fork, CA with about 250 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. 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 11 teachers, North Fork Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.

North Fork Elementary School, located in the Sierra Nevada foothills of Madera County, serves as a vital educational hub for the mountain community of North Fork, California. As part of the Chawanakee Unified School District, the school provides a foundational education focused on fostering academic growth and character development for elementary-aged students. Its rural setting allows for a close-knit learning environment where faculty and staff often work closely with families to support student success within a personalized, community-oriented atmosphere.

The school emphasizes the importance of integrating traditional academic standards with the unique cultural and historical identity of the North Fork region. By leveraging its connection to the larger Chawanakee district, North Fork Elementary offers students access to essential educational resources and technological tools designed to prepare them for middle school and beyond. For parents and community members, the school serves as a central anchor, committed to maintaining high expectations for students while cultivating a supportive and safe campus culture.

For more information, contact North Fork Elementary at (559) 877-2215 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.