DETROIT EL

DETROIT EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the DETROIT ISD school district, located in DETROIT, TX with about 274 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 25 teachers, DETROIT EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

**DETROIT ELementary School**, located on Highway 82 in Detroit, Texas, serves as the primary educational facility for the youngest students within the Detroit Independent School District. As a small, rural school, it focuses on providing a foundational education in a close-knit community setting. The school is dedicated to fostering academic growth and social development for children in the surrounding Lamar County area, emphasizing a supportive environment where students can build core skills in literacy, mathematics, and science.

Because the Detroit Independent School District is smaller in size, the elementary school benefits from a lower student-to-teacher ratio, which allows for more personalized attention and a strong sense of school spirit. The curriculum is designed to meet state educational standards while addressing the specific needs of the local community. By prioritizing a stable and encouraging learning environment, DETROIT ELementary aims to prepare its students for a successful transition into the middle and high school levels, ensuring they are well-equipped for future academic endeavors.

For more information, contact DETROIT EL at (903) 674-3137 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.