GALVA-HOLSTEIN UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Galva-Holstein Upper Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Galva-Holstein Comm School District school district, located in Galva, IA with about 100 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade 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 4 teachers, Galva-Holstein Upper Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. 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.

Galva-Holstein Upper Elementary, located at 207 Noll in Galva, Iowa, serves as a key academic facility within the Galva-Holstein Community School District. As an "upper elementary" institution, the school is designed to bridge the gap between primary foundational learning and the transition to middle school, typically focusing on students in the intermediate grade levels. The school is situated in a quiet, community-focused setting, reflecting the district’s commitment to providing a supportive and localized educational experience for the children of rural Ida County.

Like many schools in the Galva-Holstein district, the upper elementary campus emphasizes a strong partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding community. By fostering a small-school environment, the facility aims to provide personalized attention to students, helping them develop both academic proficiency and social-emotional skills. The school remains a central pillar of the Galva community, dedicated to preparing students for the rigors of higher grade levels while maintaining the values and traditions associated with Iowa’s smaller public school systems.

For more information, contact Galva-Holstein Upper Elementary at (712) 368-4353 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.