PLUMAS AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Plumas Avenue Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Thermalito Union Elementary school district, located in Oroville, CA with about 322 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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 13 teachers, Plumas Avenue Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. 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.

Plumas Avenue Elementary School is located in Oroville, California, and serves as part of the Thermalito Union Elementary School District. The school provides a foundational educational environment for students in the local community, focusing on academic development, social growth, and preparing children for their transition into higher grade levels. As part of a smaller school district, the campus emphasizes a supportive atmosphere where educators work to meet the diverse needs of their student population through a structured curriculum and various support services.

Beyond its core academic offerings, the school is deeply integrated into the Thermalito community, often leveraging its connection to the district’s resources to provide extracurricular opportunities and student-centered programming. The school’s mission generally aligns with the district’s goal of fostering a safe, inclusive, and challenging learning environment that encourages students to reach their full potential. For families looking for specific information regarding enrollment, school calendars, or district policies, the school maintains an active presence through the Thermalito Union Elementary School District website.

For more information, contact Plumas Avenue Elementary at (530) 538-2930 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.