WALCOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Walcott Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Davenport Comm School District school district, located in Walcott, IA with about 183 students offering grade levels from 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 15 teachers, Walcott Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Walcott Elementary School is a public school located in Walcott, Iowa, serving as part of the Davenport Community School District. Situated in a small, tight-knit community, the school is known for providing a supportive educational environment that emphasizes core academic development while fostering strong relationships between students, staff, and local families. As a neighborhood school, it strives to create a welcoming atmosphere where students from kindergarten through the elementary grades can receive personalized attention in a setting that values both academic achievement and social-emotional growth.

Beyond the classroom, Walcott Elementary benefits from the resources and organizational structure of the larger Davenport Community School District, allowing for a structured curriculum and access to district-wide support services. The school focuses on preparing students for future academic success by promoting consistent attendance, active parent involvement, and a culture of respect. By integrating modern educational practices within its local community focus, the school remains a central pillar for families in the Walcott area, dedicated to nurturing well-rounded students.

For more information, contact Walcott Elementary School at (563) 445-5200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

545 E James St
Walcott, IA 52773
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WALCOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Walcott, IA with about 183 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Iowa

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
183
Teachers:
15.86
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 eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 183 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WALCOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 84% of the student body.

White
83.6%
Hispanic/Latino
8.2%
Black or African American
3.8%
Two or more races
3.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.1%

Female
49.7%
Male
50.3%

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.