Green Valley Elementary

w.watauga.k12.nc.us/gv

309 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 8th

School Overview

Green Valley Elementary School, located in the scenic mountain town of Boone, North Carolina, serves as a cornerstone of the local Watauga County school community. Nestled in a rural setting, the school fosters a close-knit learning environment that emphasizes strong academic foundations, personal character development, and active community involvement. The school is known for utilizing its natural surroundings to enhance the student experience, providing a nurturing atmosphere that encourages curiosity and academic growth for children in grades K-8.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Green Valley Elementary prides itself on maintaining a supportive culture that values the partnership between families, teachers, and staff. As part of the Watauga County Schools system, the school is committed to preparing students for future success by balancing traditional instruction with innovative teaching practices. With its focus on high standards and a commitment to the "whole child," Green Valley remains a vital institution for families seeking a community-focused education in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

309

Total Students

30.8

Full-Time Teachers

10.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

60.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Green Valley Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	262
Hispanic	10
Black	3
Asian	4
Two or More	30

White
262 (84.8 %)
Two or More
30 (9.7 %)
Hispanic
10 (3.2 %)
Asian
4 (1.3 %)
Black
3 (1.0 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Watauga County Schools
Phone:	(828)264-3606
Website:	http://w.watauga.k12.nc.us/gv
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 8th
Total Students:	309
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	30.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	10.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	167
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	21

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 18

Kindergarten 26

Grade 1 26

Grade 2 28

Grade 3 35

Grade 4 28

Grade 5 30

Grade 6 42

Grade 7 25

Grade 8 51