DARDEN PRIMARY CENTER

Darden Primary Center is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the South Bend Community School Corp school district, located in South Bend, IN with about 451 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten 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 28 teachers, Darden Primary Center has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Darden Primary Center, located on Janet Street in South Bend, Indiana, serves as a foundational educational institution within the South Bend Community School Corporation. The school is specifically designed to cater to the needs of young learners, focusing on the critical early years of primary education. By providing a structured and supportive environment, the center aims to establish a strong academic and social base, helping students develop the essential skills necessary for their future success in upper elementary grades and beyond.

The school is deeply integrated into the local South Bend community, emphasizing a collaborative approach to learning that involves teachers, students, and families. Darden Primary Center is committed to fostering a welcoming atmosphere where children can explore their interests and build confidence. Through its curriculum and daily operations, the school strives to promote inclusivity and academic growth, ensuring that each student receives the individual attention needed to thrive during these formative developmental stages.

For more information, contact Darden Primary Center at (574) 243-7335 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

18645 Janet St
South Bend, IN 46637-4699
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DARDEN PRIMARY CENTER is a public Title I school in South Bend, IN with about 451 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Indiana

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
451
Teachers:
28
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 eligible-Title I targeted assistance program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th 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 451 students

White
55.2%
Black or African American
19.5%
Two or more races
14.4%
Hispanic/Latino
9.5%
Asian
1.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
44.1%
Male
55.9%

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.