RICHARD O. JACOBSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Richard O. Jacobson Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Belmond-Klemme Comm School District school district, located in Belmond, IA with about 414 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 30 teachers, Richard O. Jacobson 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.

Richard O. Jacobson Elementary School, located in Belmond, Iowa, is a key component of the Belmond-Klemme Community School District. Serving the local community, the school focuses on providing a supportive and comprehensive educational foundation for students in their primary years. As part of a small-town district, the school emphasizes a close-knit learning environment that seeks to foster both academic growth and the social development of its student body.

The school is dedicated to preparing its students for future success through a curriculum that aligns with state standards while maintaining an accessible, community-focused approach. By utilizing its resources and maintaining a commitment to student achievement, Richard O. Jacobson Elementary strives to create a positive, engaging atmosphere where young learners can build the essential skills needed for their transition into the middle school grades within the district.

For more information, contact Richard O. Jacobson Elementary School at (641) 444-4300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.