FORT WHITE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

FORT WHITE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the COLUMBIA school district, located in FORT WHITE, FL with about 672 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 47 teachers, FORT WHITE 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.

FORT WHITE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in Fort White, Florida, serving students in Columbia County. As part of the Columbia County School District, the institution focuses on providing a foundational education for young learners within a small-town, community-oriented environment. The school is committed to fostering academic growth and personal development through a structured curriculum designed to prepare students for their transition into middle school.

Beyond its academic offerings, the school emphasizes a supportive learning atmosphere that encourages student engagement and community involvement. Families and stakeholders can utilize the school’s official website to stay informed about educational programs, district policies, and upcoming events. By prioritizing both educational standards and a collaborative relationship between teachers, students, and parents, Fort White Elementary strives to build a strong educational baseline for the children in the surrounding rural community.

For more information, contact FORT WHITE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (386) 344-6301 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

18119 SW STATE ROAD 47
FORT WHITE, FL 32038-3601
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FORT WHITE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in FORT WHITE, FL with about 672 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
COLUMBIA
Total Students:
672
Teachers:
47
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 672 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending FORT WHITE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 74% of the student body.

White
74.3%
Black or African American
9.5%
Two or more races
8.6%
Hispanic/Latino
7.4%
Asian
0.1%

Female
47.3%
Male
52.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.