BOOMER-FERGUSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Boomer-Ferguson Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Wilkes County Schools school district, located in Boomer, NC with about 157 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 9 teachers, Boomer-Ferguson Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Boomer-Ferguson Elementary School, located in the rural community of Boomer, North Carolina, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Wilkes County School District. Committed to fostering a supportive learning environment, the school focuses on the academic and personal development of its students, emphasizing foundational literacy, numeracy, and character building. The school utilizes a community-centered approach, aiming to prepare its young learners for success in their future academic endeavors while maintaining strong ties to the local area.

As part of the Wilkes County school system, Boomer-Ferguson benefits from district-wide resources while maintaining the intimate atmosphere typical of a small-town elementary school. The institution places a strong value on parent and community engagement, encouraging family involvement to enhance the overall student experience. Through its academic programs and extracurricular initiatives, the school strives to create a safe, inclusive setting where students are encouraged to grow, explore their interests, and reach their full potential within their formative years.

For more information, contact Boomer-Ferguson Elementary at (336) 651-8900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.