NORTH COUNTY PRIMARY SCHOOL

NORTH COUNTY PRIMARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NORTH ST. FRANCOIS CO. R-I school district, located in BONNE TERRE, MO with about 680 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd 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 50 teachers, NORTH COUNTY PRIMARY 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.

NORTH COUNTY PRIMARY, located at 405 Hillcrest Drive in Bonne Terre, Missouri, serves as a foundational educational institution within the North County R-I School District. As a primary school, it focuses on the early development of young students, typically covering the foundational elementary grade levels. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional growth, aiming to provide a solid academic start for children in the Bonne Terre community.

The school operates under the broader mission of the North County School District, which prioritizes student success, community involvement, and the implementation of effective educational practices. By maintaining a localized campus, NORTH COUNTY PRIMARY works to keep class sizes manageable and create a close-knit atmosphere where educators can closely monitor student progress. For families seeking more detailed information regarding curriculum, enrollment procedures, or specific school policies, the district maintains an official website at http://www.ncsd.k12.mo.us.

For more information, contact NORTH COUNTY PRIMARY at (573) 431-3300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.