School Overview
John Small Elementary is a public school located in Washington, North Carolina, serving students within the Beaufort County School District. As a foundational primary education institution, the school is committed to fostering academic growth and personal development by providing a structured learning environment that meets the diverse needs of its student population. The school’s mission emphasizes creating a supportive community where teachers, staff, and families collaborate to ensure students achieve both educational benchmarks and social-emotional success.

The campus, situated on North Market Street Extension, serves as a hub for local elementary-aged children, offering core curriculum programs alongside resources designed to encourage student engagement. By integrating traditional classroom instruction with various school activities, John Small Elementary aims to prepare its students for the transition to middle school while promoting lifelong learning. Families looking for specific updates on school events, academic calendars, or district policies can typically utilize the school's official digital portal for ongoing communication and community involvement.
379
Total Students
20.5
Full-Time Teachers
18.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
99.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for John Small Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White102
Hispanic81
Black173
Asian2
Two or More20
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    173 (45.6%)
  • White
    102 (26.9%)
  • Hispanic
    81 (21.4%)
  • Two or More
    20 (5.3%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.3%)
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: Beaufort County Schools
Phone: (252)946-3941
Website: http://www.beaufort.k12.nc.us/Domain/15
Grade Range: 4th - 5th
Total Students: 379
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 20.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 376
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 4 160
Grade 5 219

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for John Small Elementary
Grade Student Count
Grade 4160
Grade 5219
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for John Small Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female17947.2%
Male20052.8%