CHRISTA MCAULIFFE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CHRISTA MCAULIFFE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the BREVARD school district, located in PALM BAY, FL with about 793 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 55 teachers, CHRISTA MCAULIFFE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

CHRISTA MCAULIFFE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Palm Bay, Florida, is a public school serving students within the Brevard Public Schools district. Named in honor of the teacher-astronaut Christa McAuliffe, who perished in the 1986 Space Shuttle *Challenger* disaster, the school maintains a strong connection to the local heritage of Florida’s Space Coast. The campus is designed to provide a comprehensive primary education, focusing on core academic standards while fostering a supportive learning environment for its diverse student body.

The school is dedicated to preparing students for future success by emphasizing academic excellence, character development, and active community engagement. Beyond standard classroom instruction, the school utilizes its official website to keep families informed about educational resources, extracurricular programs, and district-wide policies. By aligning with Brevard Public Schools' initiatives, Christa McAuliffe Elementary strives to bridge the gap between foundational education and the technological aspirations associated with its namesake's legacy.

For more information, contact CHRISTA MCAULIFFE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (321) 768-0465 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.