SOUTHERN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Southern Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Guilford County Schools school district, located in Greensboro, NC with about 312 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 19 teachers, Southern 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.

Southern Elementary School, located at 5720 Drake Road in Greensboro, North Carolina, is a part of the Guilford County Schools district. The school serves a diverse student population and is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and community engagement. By leveraging a variety of instructional strategies, the school aims to meet the unique needs of each student, preparing them for success in their future educational endeavors.

Beyond core academics, Southern Elementary places a strong focus on building a supportive school culture that encourages parent and community involvement. The school’s curriculum is designed to be comprehensive, often incorporating extracurricular opportunities and enrichment activities that help students explore their interests and build essential social-emotional skills. With a dedicated staff and a focus on collaborative learning, Southern Elementary strives to provide a safe and nurturing foundation where every child is encouraged to achieve their personal best.

For more information, contact Southern Elementary at (336) 674-4325 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

5720 Drake Road
Greensboro, NC 27406-8868
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SOUTHERN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Greensboro, NC with about 312 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
312
Teachers:
19.66
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 312 students

White
52.6%
Hispanic/Latino
33.0%
Black or African American
5.8%
Two or more races
5.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.6%
Asian
1.6%

Female
54.2%
Male
45.8%

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.