CHESTER SHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CHESTER SHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ALACHUA school district, located in HAWTHORNE, FL with about 361 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 27 teachers, CHESTER SHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

CHESTER SHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in Hawthorne, Florida, serving students as part of the Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) district. Situated in a rural setting in the southeastern part of the county, the school serves as a cornerstone of the local community, dedicated to providing foundational education for children in the surrounding area. The school operates with the broader mission of the district, focusing on academic achievement, personal growth, and preparing students for success in their future educational endeavors.

As a participant in the Alachua County Public Schools system, Chester Shell Elementary benefits from the district’s comprehensive resources, curriculum standards, and commitment to inclusivity. The school environment typically emphasizes a supportive atmosphere where teachers and staff work to foster social-emotional development alongside core academic subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science. Through various school-wide initiatives and community engagement efforts, Chester Shell strives to maintain a safe, welcoming, and productive learning space for its diverse student body.

For more information, contact CHESTER SHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (352) 481-1901 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.