DURHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Durham Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Durham Unified school district, located in Durham, CA with about 492 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 21 teachers, Durham 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.

Durham Elementary School, located at 9421 Putney Drive in Durham, California, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Durham Unified School District. As a rural-serving public school, it is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. The school typically serves students in the elementary grades, focusing on building essential literacy, numeracy, and social skills necessary for future academic success.

As part of the Durham Unified School District, the elementary campus benefits from a close-knit community atmosphere where staff, parents, and local stakeholders work collaboratively to enhance the student experience. The school aims to provide a well-rounded curriculum that prepares young learners for their transition into the district’s middle and high school programs. For families interested in specific academic programs, enrollment procedures, or extracurricular activities, the district’s official website at [http://www.durhamunified.org](http://www.durhamunified.org) serves as the primary resource for the latest school calendar, policies, and community announcements.

For more information, contact Durham Elementary at (530) 895-4695 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.