WINIFRED HARELSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Winifred Harelson Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Amphitheater Unified District (4406) school district, located in Tucson, AZ with about 516 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 29 teachers, Winifred Harelson Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Winifred Harelson Elementary School, located in the Catalina Foothills area of Tucson, is a prominent school within the Amphitheater Public School District. Serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its focus on developing the "whole child." The campus emphasizes a supportive and inclusive community environment, encouraging students to engage in both rigorous classroom learning and various extracurricular activities that foster personal growth and social responsibility.

Beyond its core curriculum, Harelson Elementary is noted for its dedicated teaching staff and active parent involvement, which help create a collaborative educational atmosphere. The school integrates modern instructional strategies with a traditional approach to ensure students build strong foundations in literacy, mathematics, and science. By leveraging its location within the Amphi district, the school provides students with access to valuable resources and a clear pathway for continued academic success as they transition into middle and high school.

For more information, contact Winifred Harelson Elementary School at (520) 696-5000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.