MT. SHASTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Mt. Shasta Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Mt. Shasta Union Elementary school district, located in Mount Shasta, CA with about 250 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 3rd 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 12 teachers, Mt. Shasta 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.

Mt. Shasta Elementary School, located in the scenic town of Mount Shasta, California, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local community. Situated at 501 Cedar St., the school operates as part of the Mount Shasta Union School District, focusing on providing a comprehensive academic experience for students in the elementary grades. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment that encourages both intellectual growth and social-emotional development, utilizing its unique location at the foot of Mount Shasta to foster a sense of community pride and environmental awareness.

Academically, the school follows California state standards, offering a curriculum designed to build strong literacy and mathematical skills while integrating opportunities for creative expression and physical activity. The school’s administration and faculty prioritize parent and community involvement, viewing it as an essential component of student success. By maintaining a balance between rigorous instruction and extracurricular engagement, Mt. Shasta Elementary strives to prepare its young students for their future academic transitions while nurturing their curiosity and individual talents.

For more information, contact Mt. Shasta Elementary at (530) 926-3434 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.