SOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
South Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Danville Community School Corp school district, located in Danville, IN with about 376 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 4th 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 19 teachers, South Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.
South Elementary School, located at 1375 W Lincoln St in Danville, Indiana, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Danville Community School Corporation. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for students in the primary grades, focusing on academic excellence, personal growth, and the development of essential social skills. With a dedication to preparing young learners for their future educational journeys, South Elementary emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that encourages curiosity and community involvement.
The school is recognized for its collaborative atmosphere, where teachers, staff, and parents work closely together to ensure student success. By providing a safe and nurturing space, South Elementary strives to meet the diverse needs of its student body while promoting a culture of kindness and inclusion. As a key part of the Danville community, the school remains focused on cultivating a strong academic foundation while helping every child reach their full potential in an encouraging, student-centered setting.
For more information, contact South Elementary School at (317) 745-2131 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Danville, IN 46122-1759
(317) 745-2131
SOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Danville, IN with about 376 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Indiana
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Danville Community School Corp
- Total Students:
- 376
- Teachers:
- 19.54
- 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 targeted assistance school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 376 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending SOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 90% of the student body.
- White
- 90.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 4.5%
- Two or more races
- 2.7%
- Asian
- 1.6%
- Black or African American
- 0.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 49.7%
- Male
- 50.3%
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.