DELWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Delwood Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Delwood Comm School District school district, located in Delmar, IA with about 177 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 13 teachers, Delwood 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.

Delwood Elementary School is a small, community-focused public school located in the rural town of Delmar, Iowa. Serving as part of the Delwood Community School District, the school is dedicated to providing a foundational education in a supportive, small-town environment. Its primary mission centers on fostering student growth through a blend of academic instruction and character development, emphasizing personalized attention that is often characteristic of smaller rural school districts.

The school serves as a central hub for the local community, offering an educational experience that prioritizes collaboration between students, teachers, and families. By maintaining a modest student body, Delwood Elementary is able to cultivate a tight-knit atmosphere where staff can closely monitor student progress and cater to individual learning needs. Through their official online presence, the district works to keep parents and the community informed about school events, academic resources, and district-wide policies, reinforcing their commitment to transparent and accessible education.

For more information, contact Delwood Elementary School at (563) 674-4164 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.