LITTLE RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Little River Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Durham Public Schools school district, located in Durham, NC with about 530 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 42 teachers, Little River 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.

Little River Elementary School, located on Snow Hill Road in northern Durham, North Carolina, serves as a community-focused public school within the Durham Public Schools (DPS) district. The school is known for its commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the social-emotional development of its students. By leveraging its location in a more rural, scenic area of Durham, the school often incorporates elements of its natural surroundings into its educational approach, encouraging exploration and hands-on learning.

Academically, Little River Elementary focuses on preparing students for future success through a comprehensive curriculum that aligns with North Carolina state standards. The school places a high value on parental and community involvement, viewing these partnerships as essential to student achievement. With a mission centered on equity and excellence, the faculty and staff work to provide differentiated instruction to meet the diverse needs of their student body, ensuring that every child has the resources and support necessary to thrive in an increasingly complex world.

For more information, contact Little River Elementary at (919) 560-3940 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.