RIVER VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

River Valley Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the River Valley Comm School District school district, located in Washta, IA with about 228 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 18 teachers, River Valley Elementary 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.

River Valley Elementary, located at 100 South 5th St in Washta, Iowa, serves as a key educational hub for the local rural community. As part of the River Valley Community School District, the school focuses on providing a foundational education for students in their formative years, fostering a supportive environment that emphasizes academic growth and social development.

The school is characterized by its small-town atmosphere, which allows for smaller class sizes and a more personalized approach to teaching. By maintaining a close-knit connection between students, staff, and the surrounding Washta community, River Valley Elementary aims to prepare its young learners for their future academic endeavors while instilling a strong sense of local pride and engagement.

For more information, contact River Valley Elementary at (712) 447-6318 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.