CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Central Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Central Comm School District school district, located in Elkader, IA with about 200 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 14 teachers, Central Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Central Elementary School, located in Elkader, Iowa, serves as a core educational institution within the Central Community School District. Situated in the heart of Clayton County, the school provides foundational education for students in the region, focusing on academic development, social growth, and community engagement. As part of a smaller, rural school district, it emphasizes a supportive and close-knit environment where educators work to foster individual student success and lifelong learning habits.

The school is deeply integrated into the local Elkader community, reflecting the values and spirit of the area. By utilizing its official website, http://www.central.k12.ia.us, the administration maintains transparent communication with families, providing essential resources such as academic calendars, district policies, and information regarding extracurricular opportunities. Central Elementary remains dedicated to preparing its young learners for their future academic careers through a structured curriculum designed to meet state standards while catering to the specific needs of its local student body.

For more information, contact Central Elementary School at (563) 245-1472 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.