LEICESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Leicester Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Buncombe County Schools school district, located in Leicester, NC with about 425 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 33 teachers, Leicester Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Leicester Elementary School, located at 31 Gilbert Road in Leicester, North Carolina, is a public school serving the local community within the Buncombe County School District. Situated in a rural, scenic area of Western North Carolina, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the social-emotional development of its students. As part of a larger district committed to excellence, Leicester Elementary focuses on preparing children for future success by integrating core curriculum standards with community-based values.

The school is known for being a focal point of the Leicester community, encouraging strong collaboration between parents, teachers, and local stakeholders. By utilizing a variety of instructional strategies and modern resources—details of which can be explored on their official website—the school aims to provide a well-rounded education. Whether through classroom instruction or extracurricular initiatives, Leicester Elementary strives to maintain a welcoming atmosphere where students are encouraged to be curious, engaged, and lifelong learners.

For more information, contact Leicester Elementary at (828) 683-2341 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.