WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Washington Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Cleveland County Schools school district, located in Shelby, NC with about 377 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 30 teachers, Washington 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.

Washington Elementary School, located at 1907 Stony Point Road in Shelby, North Carolina, serves as a key educational institution within the Cleveland County Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that focuses on the academic, social, and emotional development of its elementary-aged students. By emphasizing foundational skills and student engagement, Washington Elementary strives to prepare its learners for future success both within the classroom and in the broader community.

As part of the Cleveland County Schools system, the school benefits from the district’s broader resources and educational standards. Families interested in learning more about the school’s specific curriculum, extracurricular programs, faculty, and administrative policies can access detailed information through the official district website at [http://www.clevelandcountyschools.org](http://www.clevelandcountyschools.org). The website serves as a primary hub for parents to stay informed about school events, academic calendars, and district-wide initiatives.

For more information, contact Washington Elementary at (704) 435-9521 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.