WHEELER COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Wheeler County Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Wheeler County school district, located in Alamo, GA with about 478 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 36 teachers, Wheeler County Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Wheeler County Elementary School, located in Alamo, Georgia, serves as a foundational component of the Wheeler County School District. As a public institution, it is dedicated to providing primary education to students within the rural community, focusing on core academic development, literacy, and numeracy. The school functions as a community hub, emphasizing a supportive environment that aims to prepare young learners for their transition into the middle and high school levels within the same district.

The school’s mission is centered on fostering both academic growth and character development, utilizing the resources provided by the Wheeler County school system to meet state educational standards. By maintaining a focus on student engagement and teacher-led instruction, the elementary school strives to address the unique needs of its student population in a small-town setting. Parents and community members can access ongoing updates regarding school programs, events, and administrative information through the official district website.

For more information, contact Wheeler County Elementary School at (912) 568-7159 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.