OAKHURST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Oakhurst Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Bass Lake Joint Union Elementary school district, located in Oakhurst, CA with about 400 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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 17 teachers, Oakhurst Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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.

Oakhurst Elementary School, located in the Sierra Nevada foothills at 49495 Road 427, serves as a central educational hub for the community of Oakhurst, California. As part of the Bass Lake Joint Union Elementary School District, the school is dedicated to providing a supportive and academic environment for students in the primary grades. The campus is situated in a scenic, rural-mountain setting, reflecting the close-knit nature of the surrounding Madera County community.

The school focuses on fostering a strong foundation in core academic subjects while encouraging social-emotional development. By leveraging its location, the school often emphasizes community involvement and a safe, welcoming atmosphere that prioritizes student engagement. Through a blend of dedicated teaching staff and local resources, Oakhurst Elementary aims to prepare its diverse student body for successful transitions into middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Oakhurst Elementary at (559) 642-1580 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.