MICAVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Micaville Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Yancey County Schools school district, located in Burnsville, NC with about 190 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 12 teachers, Micaville Elementary 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.

Micaville Elementary School, located in the scenic mountain community of Burnsville, North Carolina, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Yancey County School District. As a rural public school, it is deeply integrated into the local community, emphasizing a supportive and nurturing environment tailored to the developmental needs of its young students. The school is dedicated to fostering academic growth while promoting the social and emotional well-being of the children in its care, aiming to prepare them for future success in the higher grade levels.

Academically, Micaville Elementary focuses on core curriculum standards while leveraging its position within the Yancey County school system to provide consistent educational resources and extracurricular opportunities. The school prides itself on maintaining a close-knit atmosphere where staff, students, and families work collaboratively to create a positive learning culture. By balancing traditional classroom instruction with community-focused values, Micaville Elementary strives to be a cornerstone of excellence for the families residing in the Burnsville area.

For more information, contact Micaville Elementary at (828) 675-4161 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.