SHAFFER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Shaffer Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Shaffer Union Elementary school district, located in Litchfield, CA with about 166 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th 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 9 teachers, Shaffer Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Shaffer Elementary School, located in Litchfield, California, serves as a small, rural public school dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for students in the Lassen County region. As a K-8 institution, the school places a strong emphasis on foundational academics while encouraging personal growth and community involvement. Given its remote location along Highway 395, Shaffer Elementary acts as a vital educational hub, prioritizing small class sizes that allow for personalized instruction and closer relationships between students, teachers, and families.

The school’s philosophy centers on preparing students for future success by balancing rigorous curriculum standards with a variety of enrichment opportunities. Their website highlights a commitment to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and collaborative campus culture where students are encouraged to be active participants in their own education. Through its dedicated staff and local partnerships, Shaffer Elementary strives to provide its students with the essential tools, technology, and social-emotional skills needed to transition effectively into high school and beyond.

For more information, contact Shaffer Elementary at (530) 254-6577 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.