SOUTHMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Southmont 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 22 teachers, Southmont Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Southmont Elementary School, located at 398 Owen Road in Lexington, North Carolina, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Davidson County School District. As a public elementary school, it is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. The school typically serves students from the surrounding local community, providing a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet state standards while preparing children for their future academic endeavors.

The school functions as a vital part of the Davidson County educational system, focusing on building strong partnerships between educators, families, and the community. By utilizing the resources and administrative support of the district, Southmont Elementary strives to provide a well-rounded experience that includes core subjects alongside extracurricular opportunities. For families seeking more specific information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or current news, the school maintains an active presence through the official Davidson County Schools website.

For more information, contact Southmont Elementary at (336) 242-5800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

398 Owen Rd
Lexington, NC 27292
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SOUTHMONT 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:
22.48
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 SOUTHMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 87% of the student body.

White
86.9%
Hispanic/Latino
5.9%
Two or more races
5.1%
Black or African American
2.1%

Female
51.3%
Male
48.7%

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.