DEAF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (FSDB)

DEAF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (FSDB) is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the DEAF/BLIND school district, located in ST AUGUSTINE, FL with about 98 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 20 teachers, DEAF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (FSDB) has a student/teacher ratio of about 4:1. 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.

The Deaf Elementary School is a specialized division of the **Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB)**, located in the historic city of St. Augustine. As a state-funded public school, it provides a comprehensive educational environment specifically designed for students who are deaf or hard of hearing. The campus serves as a center for excellence, prioritizing the unique linguistic and cultural needs of its students by integrating American Sign Language (ASL) and English into the classroom curriculum.

The school offers a rigorous academic experience complemented by a wide range of extracurricular activities, athletics, and social opportunities tailored to foster student independence and confidence. By providing specialized technology and a supportive community of educators fluent in various modes of communication, the school ensures that children have full access to the curriculum. Furthermore, as part of the broader FSDB institution, the elementary program emphasizes a holistic approach, preparing students for successful transitions into middle school and beyond while celebrating their identity within the Deaf community.

For more information, contact DEAF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (FSDB) at (904) 827-2500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.