DIAGONAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Diagonal Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Diagonal Comm School District school district, located in Diagonal, IA with about 65 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 6 teachers, Diagonal Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Diagonal Elementary School, located in the small rural community of Diagonal, Iowa, serves as a central educational hub for students in the region. As part of the Diagonal Community School District, the institution focuses on providing a personalized learning environment characteristic of smaller school systems, emphasizing close relationships between students, staff, and the local community. The school is dedicated to foundational academic development, aiming to prepare its elementary students for success as they progress into secondary education.

The school’s website highlights its role as a pillar of the Diagonal community, fostering a supportive atmosphere where students can thrive academically and socially. By leveraging its small-town setting, the school provides a focused educational experience that prioritizes individual attention and a strong sense of school spirit. For families and community members, the school serves not only as a place of learning but also as a primary venue for local engagement and student development in rural Ringgold County.

For more information, contact Diagonal Elementary School at (641) 734-5331 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.