Denton Elementary
385 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Denton Elementary School, located at 305 W. Salisbury Street in Denton, North Carolina, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Davidson County School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. By integrating traditional classroom instruction with modern educational resources, the school strives to prepare its young students for future success, focusing on building strong literacy and numeracy skills while encouraging curiosity and collaboration among the student body.
The school plays a vital role in the small, tight-knit community of Denton, acting as a hub for local families and community involvement. Through its website and district affiliation, the school maintains transparent communication with parents and stakeholders, highlighting various programs, extracurricular opportunities, and student achievements. With its focus on creating a safe and nurturing atmosphere, Denton Elementary remains dedicated to ensuring that every child receives the individualized attention and academic foundation necessary to thrive as they progress through their primary education years.
The school plays a vital role in the small, tight-knit community of Denton, acting as a hub for local families and community involvement. Through its website and district affiliation, the school maintains transparent communication with parents and stakeholders, highlighting various programs, extracurricular opportunities, and student achievements. With its focus on creating a safe and nurturing atmosphere, Denton Elementary remains dedicated to ensuring that every child receives the individualized attention and academic foundation necessary to thrive as they progress through their primary education years.
385
Total Students
30.1
Full-Time Teachers
12.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
95.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 353 |
| Hispanic | 12 |
| Black | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 15 |
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White353 (91.7 %)
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Two or More15 (3.9 %)
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Hispanic12 (3.1 %)
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Black4 (1.0 %)
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Asian1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Davidson County Schools |
| Phone: | (336)242-5708 |
| Website: | http://des.davidson.k12.nc.us/ |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 385 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 30.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 366 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
2
Kindergarten
61
Grade 1
64
Grade 2
57
Grade 3
81
Grade 4
67
Grade 5
53
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 2 |
| Kindergarten | 61 |
| Grade 1 | 64 |
| Grade 2 | 57 |
| Grade 3 | 81 |
| Grade 4 | 67 |
| Grade 5 | 53 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 193 | 50.1% |
| Male | 192 | 49.9% |
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