LEONTINE GRACEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Leontine Gracey Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Merced City Elementary school district, located in Merced, CA with about 602 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 24 teachers, Leontine Gracey 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.

Leontine Gracey Elementary School, located at 945 W. Ave. in Merced, California, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Merced City School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of essential literacy and numeracy skills for its diverse student body. By focusing on fundamental educational standards, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success in their future academic endeavors while maintaining a strong connection to the local Merced community.

Beyond its core curriculum, Leontine Gracey Elementary places significant value on creating a safe and inclusive campus culture where students are encouraged to be responsible, respectful, and engaged citizens. The school typically benefits from the collaborative efforts of teachers, staff, and families, all working together to provide targeted support and enrichment opportunities. Through a balance of traditional instruction and character-building initiatives, the school strives to ensure that every student has the resources and guidance necessary to reach their full potential within a nurturing educational setting.

For more information, contact Leontine Gracey Elementary at (209) 385-6710 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.