TYRO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Tyro Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Davidson County Schools school district, located in Lexington, NC with about 374 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 24 teachers, Tyro Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Tyro Elementary School, located at 450 Cow Palace Rd in Lexington, North Carolina, is a public school serving students in the Davidson County Schools district. The school is known for being a cornerstone of the rural Tyro community, fostering a close-knit environment where staff and families work collaboratively to support student growth. As a primary educational institution, it focuses on building strong foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development, preparing young learners for their transition into middle school.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Tyro Elementary is often recognized for its community-oriented culture and active parent involvement. The school typically provides a range of extracurricular opportunities and enrichment activities designed to engage students beyond the classroom. By emphasizing character development and a supportive learning atmosphere, Tyro Elementary aims to provide a safe and nurturing space that encourages both academic achievement and the personal development of every student within the Lexington area.

For more information, contact Tyro Elementary at (336) 242-5760 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

450 Cow Palace Rd
Lexington, NC 27295
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TYRO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Lexington, NC with about 374 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
374
Teachers:
24.6
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
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 374 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending TYRO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 83% of the student body.

White
82.9%
Hispanic/Latino
8.8%
Black or African American
3.5%
Two or more races
2.7%
Asian
1.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%

Female
46.3%
Male
53.7%

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.