GUERNEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Guerneville Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Guerneville Elementary school district, located in Guerneville, CA with about 262 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th 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 11 teachers, Guerneville Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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.

Guerneville Elementary School, located in the heart of the Russian River Valley, serves as a central hub for the small, close-knit community of Guerneville, California. Part of the Guerneville School District, the campus is set against the backdrop of the region’s iconic redwood forests, providing a unique, nature-integrated environment for students from transitional kindergarten through eighth grade. The school is known for its commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where teachers and staff prioritize the individual needs of their diverse student body.

Beyond the standard academic curriculum, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, often integrating the natural beauty of its surroundings into the learning experience. As a focal point of the local community, Guerneville Elementary actively encourages parent involvement and neighborhood engagement to bridge the gap between home and school life. By focusing on social-emotional growth alongside academic achievement, the school strives to prepare its students to be thoughtful, well-rounded contributors to both their local community and the broader world.

For more information, contact Guerneville Elementary at (707) 869-2864 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.