DOUGLAS MACARTHUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

DOUGLAS MACARTHUR ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ALBUQUERQUE school district, located in ALBUQUERQUE, NM with about 246 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 20 teachers, DOUGLAS MACARTHUR ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

DOUGLAS MACARTHUR ELEMENTARY School is a public school located in the North Valley area of Albuquerque, New Mexico, serving students within the Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that focuses on the academic, social, and emotional development of its student body. By emphasizing foundational literacy and numeracy, the school strives to prepare its young learners for success as they transition to middle school, while also encouraging a culture of community and collaboration among students, staff, and families.

Beyond its core curriculum, Douglas MacArthur emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded education. The school typically integrates various extracurricular activities and enrichment opportunities designed to keep students engaged and curious about the world around them. As an APS institution, it adheres to district-wide standards while tailoring its approach to meet the specific needs of its local neighborhood. Parents and community members interested in specific programs, current school events, or enrollment procedures can find detailed resources and updates on the school's official website at http://macarthur.aps.edu/.

For more information, contact DOUGLAS MACARTHUR ELEMENTARY at (505) 880-3744 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.