CHESTERFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Chesterfield Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Burke County Schools school district, located in Morganton, NC with about 190 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 16 teachers, Chesterfield Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.
Chesterfield Elementary School, located in Morganton, North Carolina, is a key part of the Burke County Public Schools district. Serving students in the local community, the school focuses on providing a supportive academic environment that emphasizes foundational learning, character development, and student engagement. By utilizing a curriculum aligned with state standards, the faculty and staff work to foster a positive school culture where students are encouraged to grow both intellectually and socially.
The school maintains a strong connection with the surrounding Morganton community, prioritizing parent involvement and clear communication to enhance the overall educational experience. In addition to its core academic offerings, Chesterfield Elementary typically provides various resources and programs designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body. For families looking for specific details regarding school policies, upcoming events, or faculty information, the official website serves as the primary hub for administrative updates and school-related announcements.
For more information, contact Chesterfield Elementary at (828) 437-3026 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Morganton, NC 28655-9399
(828) 437-3026
CHESTERFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Morganton, NC with about 190 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Burke County Schools
- Total Students:
- 190
- Teachers:
- 16.2
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 190 students
- White
- 67.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 15.3%
- Two or more races
- 6.3%
- Asian
- 5.8%
- Black or African American
- 4.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.1%
- Female
- 44.7%
- Male
- 55.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.