DISCOVERY

Discovery is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lancaster Elementary school district, located in Lancaster, CA with about 786 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 26 teachers, Discovery has a student/teacher ratio of about 30:1. 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.

Discovery School, located in Lancaster, California, is a public K-8 charter school that emphasizes a robust academic curriculum integrated with a character-driven approach to education. Operating under the Lancaster School District, the school is known for its "Rockets" mascot and its commitment to fostering a supportive, small-school environment. The educational philosophy focuses on high expectations, personalized learning, and the active involvement of parents and the community to help students achieve their full potential.

Beyond its core academics, Discovery School places a significant emphasis on developing well-rounded individuals through various enrichment programs and a strong school culture. The campus aims to prepare students for success in high school and beyond by balancing rigorous instruction with social-emotional learning. By maintaining a close-knit community atmosphere, the school strives to ensure that every student feels known and valued while working toward their academic and personal goals.

For more information, contact Discovery at (661) 949-3175 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

44910 17th St. E.
Lancaster, CA 93535-2744
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DISCOVERY is a public Title I school in Lancaster, CA with about 786 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
786
Teachers:
26
NSLP Status:1
No
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 786 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending DISCOVERY is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 71% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
71.2%
Black or African American
17.9%
White
7.8%
Two or more races
1.9%
Asian
0.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
46.7%
Male
53.3%

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.