OAKBORO CHOICE STEM

Oakboro Choice STEM is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Stanly County Schools school district, located in Oakboro, NC with about 318 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th 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 20 teachers, Oakboro Choice STEM has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Oakboro Choice STEM, located in Oakboro, North Carolina, is a specialized public school within the Stanly County Schools district that focuses on integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) into its core curriculum. The school is designed to provide students with a rigorous, project-based learning environment that emphasizes critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration. By utilizing hands-on instruction, the school aims to prepare students for a rapidly evolving workforce, encouraging them to apply academic concepts to real-world challenges while fostering a passion for innovation.

As a "choice" school, Oakboro offers a unique educational path for students who thrive in an inquiry-based setting. The campus environment is dedicated to bridging the gap between traditional classroom learning and practical technological application, often utilizing modern tools and collaborative workspaces. With its focus on STEM literacy, the school aims to equip students with the skills necessary to excel in higher education and technical careers, all while maintaining a community-focused atmosphere that emphasizes student engagement and academic curiosity.

For more information, contact Oakboro Choice STEM at (704) 961-4700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1244 N Main St
Oakboro, NC 28129
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OAKBORO CHOICE STEM is a public Title I school in Oakboro, NC with about 318 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
School status:
New
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
318
Teachers:
20.1
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 eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th 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 318 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending OAKBORO CHOICE STEM is predominantly White, representing about 79% of the student body.

White
78.6%
Two or more races
7.9%
Hispanic/Latino
7.2%
Black or African American
5.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%
Asian
0.3%

Female
48.1%
Male
51.9%

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.