LIGHTFOOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Lightfoot Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Orange County Public Schools school district, located in Unionville, VA with about 247 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade 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 18 teachers, Lightfoot Elementary 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.

Lightfoot Elementary School is a public school located in Unionville, Virginia, serving the Orange County Public Schools district. Situated in a rural setting along the Zachary Taylor Highway, the school serves students in the surrounding community, focusing on foundational education through the elementary grades. It is known for its relatively small, close-knit environment, which allows for a more personalized approach to instruction and student development within the local county school system.

As part of the Orange County district, Lightfoot Elementary emphasizes core academic standards while fostering a supportive learning community. The school plays an integral role in the Unionville area, providing a stable educational environment that prioritizes student engagement, literacy, and numeracy. By maintaining strong ties to families and the local community, Lightfoot aims to prepare its young students for their future transitions into middle and high school within the district.

For more information, contact Lightfoot Elementary at (540) 661-4520 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.