VIRGINIA CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Virginia Cross Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Chatham County Schools school district, located in Siler City, NC with about 576 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 48 teachers, Virginia Cross 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.

Virginia Cross Elementary School, located in Siler City, North Carolina, serves as a cornerstone of the Chatham County Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students are encouraged to reach their full academic and personal potential. By focusing on foundational literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development, the faculty works to prepare their diverse student body for future educational success while building a strong sense of community within the Siler City area.

Beyond the standard curriculum, Virginia Cross Elementary places a high value on home-school communication and active parent involvement to ensure that every child receives the necessary support to thrive. The school actively promotes a culture of growth and collaboration, utilizing modern instructional strategies and resources to meet the unique needs of its learners. As an integral part of the local community, the school strives to inspire a love of learning and help students cultivate the character traits necessary to become responsible, engaged citizens.

For more information, contact Virginia Cross Elementary at (919) 742-4279 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.