FAYETTEVILLE STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Fayetteville Street Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Durham Public Schools school district, located in Durham, NC with about 282 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 17 teachers, Fayetteville Street Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Fayetteville Street Elementary School, located in the heart of Durham, North Carolina, serves as a foundational educational institution within the local community. The school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. By emphasizing core subjects and utilizing various instructional strategies, the school aims to prepare young learners for the challenges of middle school and beyond, while encouraging a sense of curiosity and community responsibility.

As part of the broader educational landscape in Durham, Fayetteville Street Elementary works to bridge the gap between classroom instruction and real-world application. The school prioritizes consistent engagement with families and the surrounding neighborhood to ensure a holistic approach to student success. Through its diverse programming and dedicated faculty, the institution strives to provide an equitable educational experience that nurtures the unique potential of every child who walks through its doors.

For more information, contact Fayetteville Street Elementary at (919) 560-3944 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.