School Overview
Valdese Elementary School, located at 298 Praley Street in Valdese, North Carolina, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Burke County Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages academic growth, personal responsibility, and community engagement for its diverse student body. By focusing on a well-rounded curriculum, Valdese Elementary aims to prepare its students for future academic success while emphasizing the development of essential life skills and character values.

The school benefits from being part of a close-knit community in the town of Valdese, which allows for strong partnerships between educators, families, and local stakeholders. Through various programs and initiatives, the faculty and staff work diligently to address the unique needs of each student, utilizing modern instructional strategies and resources to enhance the overall educational experience. For families looking for more detailed information regarding the school's calendar, curriculum, or specific administrative policies, the official website at [http://www.burke.k12.nc.us/valdese/](http://www.burke.k12.nc.us/valdese/) serves as a primary resource for ongoing communication and updates.
530
Total Students
29.7
Full-Time Teachers
17.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
99.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Valdese Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White422
Hispanic44
Black11
Asian25
Two or More24
American Indian2
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    422 (79.6%)
  • Hispanic
    44 (8.3%)
  • Asian
    25 (4.7%)
  • Two or More
    24 (4.5%)
  • Black
    11 (2.1%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Burke County Schools
Phone: (828)874-0704
Website: http://www.burke.k12.nc.us/valdese/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 530
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 29.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 527
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 36
Kindergarten 84
Grade 1 77
Grade 2 75
Grade 3 81
Grade 4 84
Grade 5 93

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Valdese Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten36
Kindergarten84
Grade 177
Grade 275
Grade 381
Grade 484
Grade 593
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Valdese Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female24846.8%
Male28253.2%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)