PIERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PIERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the VOLUSIA school district, located in PIERSON, FL with about 559 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 44 teachers, PIERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

PIERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in the small, rural community of Pierson, Florida, serves as a vital educational hub for the surrounding Volusia County area. As a K-5 institution, the school is deeply integrated into the local agricultural landscape, often reflecting the tight-knit, community-oriented values of its small-town setting. The school is part of the Volusia County School District and focuses on providing a foundational academic experience that emphasizes literacy, core subject mastery, and student growth in a supportive and personalized learning environment.

The school is well-regarded for its efforts to bridge the needs of its diverse student population, many of whom come from families involved in the local farming and nursery industries. By maintaining a smaller campus atmosphere, Pierson Elementary aims to foster strong relationships between teachers, students, and families, ensuring that each child receives the attention necessary to succeed. Through various extracurricular activities, community involvement, and district-supported resources, the school strives to prepare its students for success as they transition into middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact PIERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (386) 749-6850 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.