South Walnut Elementary School

www.bangorvikings.org

335 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 4th

School Overview

South Walnut Elementary School is a public school located in Bangor, Michigan, serving as a core educational facility within the Bangor Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for its students, focusing on fundamental academic development, social-emotional growth, and the cultivation of a sense of community. As part of the "Bangor Vikings" school system, the institution emphasizes school spirit and a commitment to preparing young learners for success in their future academic endeavors.

The school’s website serves as a primary resource for families to stay connected with district updates, academic calendars, and school policies. By maintaining a focus on core subjects and early development, South Walnut Elementary works to align its curriculum with state standards while providing students with the essential tools needed for their educational journey. For those seeking specific information regarding enrollment, extracurricular programs, or staff contact details, the school’s official website remains the most reliable point of reference.

335

Total Students

28.0

Full-Time Teachers

12.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

78.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for South Walnut Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	151
Hispanic	139
Black	19
Two or More	26

White
151 (45.1 %)
Hispanic
139 (41.5 %)
Two or More
26 (7.8 %)
Black
19 (5.7 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Bangor Public Schools (Van Buren)
Phone:	(269)427-6863
Website:	http://www.bangorvikings.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 4th
Total Students:	335
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	28.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	249
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	13

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 72

Grade 1 73

Grade 2 68

Grade 3 59

Grade 4 63