CHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the CHESTER UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in CHESTER, NY with about 403 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 27 teachers, CHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

CHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located at 2 Herbert Drive in Chester, New York, serving students within the Chester Union Free School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment that emphasizes academic excellence, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of fundamental skills during the formative years of a child’s education. By focusing on a comprehensive curriculum, the school aims to prepare its students for future success while encouraging a lifelong love of learning.

Beyond core academic instruction, Chester Elementary places a strong value on community and character building. The school works closely with families and the surrounding Chester community to provide a well-rounded educational experience that includes enrichment opportunities and a focus on inclusivity. For more detailed information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or district-wide initiatives, parents and community members can visit their official website at http://www.chesterufsd.org.

For more information, contact CHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (845) 469-2178 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2 HERBERT DR
CHESTER, NY 10918-1140
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CHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in CHESTER, NY with about 403 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
403
Teachers:
27.4
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 403 students

White
48.6%
Hispanic/Latino
33.0%
Black or African American
8.4%
Two or more races
5.7%
Asian
4.2%

Female
51.6%
Male
48.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.