FORT CHERRY EL CTR

Fort Cherry El Ctr is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Fort Cherry SD school district, located in Mc Donald, PA with about 534 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 39 teachers, Fort Cherry El Ctr has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Fort Cherry Elementary Center, located in McDonald, Pennsylvania, serves as the primary educational facility for younger students within the Fort Cherry School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills while encouraging the social and emotional development of its student body. By utilizing a curriculum designed to meet state standards, the school aims to prepare children for future academic success while maintaining a strong connection to the local community.

The school emphasizes a "student-centered" approach, leveraging technology and modern instructional strategies to engage learners in a changing educational landscape. As part of the broader Fort Cherry School District, the Elementary Center promotes a culture of collaboration among staff, students, and families. Through various programs, extracurricular opportunities, and a focus on character development, the school strives to create a safe, inclusive atmosphere where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.

For more information, contact Fort Cherry El Ctr at (724) 796-1551 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.