AGNES J. JOHNSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Agnes J. Johnson Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Southern Humboldt Joint Unified school district, located in Weott, CA with about 75 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 4 teachers, Agnes J. Johnson Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Agnes J. Johnson Elementary is a small, rural public school located in Weott, California, serving students in the Humboldt County Office of Education district. Situated in the heart of the redwood region, the school serves as a central pillar for the local community, often providing a tight-knit, multi-grade learning environment characteristic of Northern California’s remote, forested areas. Because of its location in Weott, the school is deeply integrated into the surrounding natural landscape, frequently emphasizing outdoor education and a close connection to the environment.

As a small-scale institution, Agnes J. Johnson Elementary typically focuses on personalized instruction and strong community involvement. With smaller class sizes, the school is able to foster individualized attention for students, ensuring that academic needs are met in a supportive, family-like atmosphere. The school represents the resilience and values of the Weott community, serving as both an essential academic resource and a focal point for local families in this sparsely populated region of the state.

For more information, contact Agnes J. Johnson Elementary at (707) 946-2347 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.