S W SNOWDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

S W Snowden Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Beaufort County Schools school district, located in Aurora, NC with about 169 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 16 teachers, S W Snowden Elementary 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.

S.W. Snowden Elementary School, located in Aurora, North Carolina, serves as a central hub for primary education within the Beaufort County School District. As a community-focused institution, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes both academic growth and the personal development of its students. By emphasizing foundational skills and student engagement, the school strives to prepare its youth for success in their future educational endeavors.

The school is deeply integrated into the small, rural community of Aurora, often acting as a focal point for local families. While it maintains a traditional elementary curriculum, the administration prioritizes building strong partnerships between teachers, parents, and community members to ensure a holistic approach to education. Through its ongoing commitment to student achievement, S.W. Snowden Elementary remains a vital pillar for the academic and social well-being of the children in the region.

For more information, contact S W Snowden Elementary at (252) 322-5351 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.