The following is the breakdown of material costs for each portion of the school construction.
- A normal one-classroom school serves 30 students.
- Approximate cost of the total construction for a one-classroom school including furnishings (chalkboard, desks for children and teacher, and bookcases and shelves) is $15,000.
- Approximate cost for a two-classroom school is $25,000.
| Materials for a One Classroom School | US Dollars |
|---|---|
|
Roof – including metal trusses & metal sheeting |
$2,000 |
|
Cement blocks for walls |
$1,500 |
| Reinforcement rods for walls | $800 |
| Cement for foundation, floors, and mortar for blocks | $1,500 |
| Windows and doors | $1,500 |
| Bathroom fixtures and plumbing | $1,200 |
| Electrical supplies - meter, panel, wiring, receptacles, lights, & fans | $1,200 |
| Painting – inside and out | $500 |
| Chalk board | $200 |
| Bookcases and shelves | $150 |
| Teacher desk | $125 |
| Small school desks for normal class size of 30 students/one per child | $750/$25 |
| School supplies for each child per school year | $50 |
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