ETOWAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Etowah Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Henderson County Schools school district, located in Etowah, NC with about 384 students offering grade levels from 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 26 teachers, Etowah Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.
Etowah Elementary School is a public institution located in the scenic community of Etowah, North Carolina, serving students within the Henderson County Public Schools system. The school prides itself on maintaining a supportive, community-focused environment where academic growth and character development are prioritized. By fostering strong partnerships between teachers, students, and families, the school aims to create an engaging learning atmosphere that prepares young students for their future educational endeavors.
The school offers a comprehensive elementary curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body while adhering to state academic standards. Beyond the classroom, Etowah Elementary emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience, often encouraging participation in school-wide activities and community involvement. For parents and community members, the school maintains an active web presence through the Henderson County Public Schools portal, which serves as a central hub for academic calendars, faculty resources, and ongoing school announcements.
For more information, contact Etowah Elementary at (828) 891-6560 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Etowah, NC 28729
(828) 891-6560
ETOWAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Etowah, NC with about 384 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Henderson County Schools
- Total Students:
- 384
- Teachers:
- 26.83
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 384 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending ETOWAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 78% of the student body.
- White
- 78.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 15.4%
- Two or more races
- 4.2%
- Black or African American
- 1.8%
- Asian
- 0.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 51.8%
- Male
- 48.2%
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.