EXIRAELK HORN-KIMBALLTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

ExiraElk Horn-Kimballton Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Exira-Elk Horn-Kimballton Comm School District school district, located in Elk Horn, IA with about 113 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 3rd 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, ExiraElk Horn-Kimballton Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Exira-Elk Horn-Kimballton (Exira-EHK) Elementary is a public school located in Elk Horn, Iowa, serving as part of the Exira-Elk Horn-Kimballton Community School District. The school provides a focused educational environment for younger students within the rural Shelby County area. By maintaining a smaller school setting, Exira-EHK emphasizes a close-knit community atmosphere where faculty and staff can provide personalized attention to students, fostering both academic development and social-emotional growth during their foundational years.

The school is dedicated to preparing its students for future academic success by aligning with Iowa’s educational standards and offering a well-rounded curriculum. Beyond traditional classroom instruction, the district strives to integrate technology and community values into its daily programming. As a hub for the Elk Horn community, the elementary school plays a vital role in local life, emphasizing collaboration between families, teachers, and the broader district to support student achievement and local pride.

For more information, contact ExiraElk Horn-Kimballton Elementary at (712) 764-4616 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.