ELIHU BEARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Elihu Beard Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Modesto City Elementary school district, located in Modesto, CA with about 404 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 20 teachers, Elihu Beard Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

Elihu Beard Elementary is a public school located in the heart of Modesto, California, serving students within the Modesto City Schools district. As a neighborhood-focused institution, the school is dedicated to providing a foundational education that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of a supportive learning environment for its diverse student body.

The school is well-integrated into the local community, offering programs and resources designed to help students build essential literacy and mathematical skills. By fostering a culture of collaboration among teachers, staff, and families, Elihu Beard Elementary strives to prepare its students for success as they transition into higher grade levels, maintaining a focus on inclusivity and student-centered learning.

For more information, contact Elihu Beard Elementary at (209) 574-1942 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.