DEARING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Dearing Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the McDuffie County school district, located in Dearing, GA with about 519 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 38 teachers, Dearing Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Dearing Elementary School is a public school located in Dearing, Georgia, serving as part of the McDuffie County School District. As a foundational educational institution within the community, the school focuses on providing a supportive learning environment for elementary-aged children, emphasizing core academic development and social-emotional growth. The school is committed to the district’s mission of preparing students for future success by fostering a culture of high expectations, instructional excellence, and community engagement.

As a member of the McDuffie County school system, Dearing Elementary benefits from district-wide initiatives designed to integrate modern technology and standardized curriculum standards into the daily classroom experience. The school works closely with local families and community stakeholders to create a safe, inclusive atmosphere that encourages student achievement and development. For parents and community members interested in academic calendars, school policies, or enrollment information, the McDuffie County School District website serves as the primary resource for updates and institutional resources.

For more information, contact Dearing Elementary School at (706) 986-4900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

500 Main St N
Dearing, GA 30808
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DEARING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Dearing, GA with about 519 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
McDuffie County
Total Students:
519
Teachers:
38.3
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the 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 519 students

White
54.9%
Black or African American
26.8%
Hispanic/Latino
10.8%
Two or more races
6.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%
Asian
0.2%

Female
46.4%
Male
53.6%

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.