HELEN M. WILCOX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Helen M. Wilcox Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Palermo Union Elementary school district, located in Oroville, CA with about 532 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 3rd 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 28 teachers, Helen M. Wilcox Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Helen M. Wilcox Elementary is a public school located in Oroville, California, serving as a key part of the Palermo Union School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students in the early grades, focusing on building strong academic foundations in literacy and mathematics while encouraging personal growth and social development.

The school emphasizes a community-centered approach to education, aiming to partner with families to ensure every student feels valued and prepared for success. Through a blend of traditional classroom instruction and supportive enrichment programs, Helen M. Wilcox strives to cultivate a positive school culture where students are encouraged to become lifelong learners, collaborative thinkers, and responsible members of their community.

For more information, contact Helen M. Wilcox Elementary at (530) 533-7626 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.