ROBERT S. PAYNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Robert S. Payne Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lynchburg City Public Schools school district, located in Lynchburg, VA with about 528 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 33 teachers, Robert S. Payne Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Robert S. Payne Elementary School, located in the heart of Lynchburg, Virginia, serves as a foundational learning institution within the Lynchburg City Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive academic environment where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best. With a focus on core curriculum standards and student character development, the school emphasizes the importance of community involvement and the partnership between parents, teachers, and students to ensure academic success.

In addition to its traditional academic programming, Robert S. Payne Elementary focuses on creating a well-rounded educational experience by utilizing resources that support literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional growth. The school’s faculty prioritizes a safe and engaging atmosphere, aiming to prepare students for their transition into middle school and beyond. Through its active presence in the Floyd Street neighborhood, the school remains a key component of the local community, dedicated to providing accessible, quality public education to its diverse student body.

For more information, contact Robert S. Payne Elementary at (434) 515-5270 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.