GEORGE WATTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

George Watts Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Durham Public Schools school district, located in Durham, NC with about 409 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, George Watts Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

George Watts Elementary School, located in the historic Watts-Hillandale neighborhood of Durham, North Carolina, is a long-standing cornerstone of the Durham Public Schools district. Known for its strong sense of community and commitment to academic excellence, the school serves a diverse student population, fostering an environment that emphasizes both intellectual growth and social-emotional development. Its proximity to downtown Durham and the Duke University campus allows the school to benefit from a rich array of local partnerships and resources.

The school is well-regarded for its dedicated faculty and its focus on creative, inquiry-based learning. As a magnet-themed school with a focus on the arts and global studies, George Watts integrates a variety of enrichment programs into its curriculum to engage students beyond traditional classroom instruction. With a mission rooted in equity and inclusion, the school prioritizes building a supportive partnership between educators, families, and the wider Durham community to ensure that every student has the tools and environment necessary to succeed.

For more information, contact George Watts Elementary at (919) 560-3947 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.