CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the HENDRY school district, located in CLEWISTON, FL with about 599 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 34 teachers, CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 1000 S. Deane Duff Ave in Clewiston, Florida, serves as a key educational institution within the Hendry County School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for young students in the community, focusing on foundational academic skills and holistic development. By emphasizing both rigorous instruction and personal growth, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for future academic success as they progress through their formative years.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Central Elementary acts as a vital hub for the Clewiston community. The school works closely with families and local stakeholders to ensure that students have access to the resources and encouragement necessary to thrive. Through various programs and a commitment to inclusive education, the school strives to create a safe, engaging, and welcoming atmosphere where every student is empowered to achieve their potential and build a strong educational baseline.

For more information, contact CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (863) 983-1550 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1000 S DEANE DUFF AVE
CLEWISTON, FL 33440-5025
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CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in CLEWISTON, FL with about 599 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
HENDRY
Total Students:
599
Teachers:
34
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
6th 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 599 students

Hispanic/Latino
57.9%
Black or African American
23.2%
White
17.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.2%
Asian
0.5%
Two or more races
0.2%

Female
50.4%
Male
49.6%

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.