EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

East Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Union County Public Schools school district, located in Monroe, NC with about 521 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 45 teachers, East Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

East Elementary School, located at 515 Elizabeth Ave in Monroe, North Carolina, is a public school serving students as part of the Union County Public Schools (UCPS) district. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive educational environment that prioritizes academic excellence, social-emotional development, and community engagement. By utilizing a comprehensive curriculum, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for future success while emphasizing the foundational skills necessary for lifelong learning.

The school places a strong emphasis on maintaining a collaborative partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding Monroe community. Through its digital platform, East Elementary provides parents and guardians with access to essential resources, school news, and updates, ensuring transparency and open communication. With a focus on cultivating a positive school culture, the staff works to ensure that every student feels valued and encouraged to reach their full potential within a safe and structured academic setting.

For more information, contact East Elementary at (704) 296-3110 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

515 Elizabeth Ave
Monroe, NC 28112-5018
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EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Monroe, NC with about 521 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
521
Teachers:
45.5
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 521 students

Hispanic/Latino
61.6%
Black or African American
30.7%
White
4.0%
Two or more races
3.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
45.7%
Male
54.3%

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.