SHAFFER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Shaffer Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Atwater Elementary school district, located in Atwater, CA with about 564 students offering grade levels from 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 22 teachers, Shaffer Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. 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.

Shaffer Elementary, located at 1434 California St. in Atwater, California, is a public school serving the local community within the Atwater Elementary School District. As a neighborhood institution, the school is dedicated to providing foundational education to elementary-aged students, focusing on academic development, literacy, and social growth in a supportive classroom environment.

The school is committed to fostering a positive learning culture that emphasizes student engagement and community involvement. By utilizing state-aligned curriculum and a dedicated teaching staff, Shaffer Elementary strives to prepare its students for their transition to middle school while encouraging them to develop the essential skills and character traits needed for lifelong learning.

For more information, contact Shaffer Elementary at (209) 357-6145 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.