CLARENCE ELEM.

CLARENCE ELEM. is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the SHELBY CO. R-IV school district, located in CLARENCE, MO with about 106 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 10 teachers, CLARENCE ELEM. has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Clarence Elementary School, located at 206 N. Shelby in Clarence, Missouri, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Shelby County R-IV School District. As a rural community school, it is committed to providing a supportive and structured learning environment for its elementary-age students, focusing on core academic development, social growth, and fostering a sense of community pride among its pupils.

As part of the district’s "Cardinals" identity, the school emphasizes a traditional K-12 educational approach that bridges the transition between early childhood and middle school years. The institution maintains close ties with the broader district, utilizing shared resources and administrative oversight to ensure students receive a consistent curriculum. Parents and community members can stay informed about school events, academic calendars, and district policies by visiting their official website at http://www.cardinals.k12.mo.us/.

For more information, contact CLARENCE ELEM. at (660) 699-3302 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.