WEIKEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
WEIKEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Fountain School District No. 8 in the county of El Paso an school district, located in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO with about 779 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 41 teachers, WEIKEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.
WEIKEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and serves as part of the Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8 (FFC8). Given its location near the Fort Carson military installation, the school maintains a strong commitment to supporting military-connected families. The school environment is designed to address the unique transitions and needs of students from diverse backgrounds, fostering a supportive atmosphere that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development.
Academically, Weikel Elementary focuses on providing a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for success in higher grade levels. The school leverages the resources of District 8 to offer various extracurricular activities and instructional supports, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded educational experience. Through a combination of community engagement, professional teaching staff, and a dedication to student success, Weikel Elementary strives to create an inclusive space where every child can thrive both in and out of the classroom.
For more information, contact WEIKEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (719) 358-4320 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80902-5400
(719) 358-4320
http://weikelweb.ffc8.org
WEIKEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO with about 779 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 779
- Teachers:
- 41
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 779 students
- White
- 55.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 18.4%
- Black or African American
- 13.9%
- Two or more races
- 8.5%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 1.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.3%
- Asian
- 1.3%
- Female
- 47.9%
- Male
- 52.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.