GRAETTINGER-TERRIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Graettinger-Terril Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Graettinger-Terril Comm School District school district, located in Terril, IA with about 174 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 11 teachers, Graettinger-Terril Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Graettinger-Terril Elementary School, located at 101 S. Schooley St. in Terril, Iowa, serves as a foundational component of the Graettinger-Terril Community School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and nurturing educational environment for young learners, emphasizing core academic development while encouraging social and emotional growth. By operating as part of a smaller community-based district, the school focuses on creating close-knit connections between students, faculty, and the local families they serve.

In addition to its primary curriculum, the school strives to provide a well-rounded experience that prepares students for their transition to middle and high school levels. Through its website, the district maintains communication with parents and the community regarding academic programs, school policies, and extracurricular opportunities. As a rural Iowa institution, Graettinger-Terril Elementary plays a vital role in the identity of the Terril area, acting as a center for childhood development and community engagement.

For more information, contact Graettinger-Terril Elementary School at (712) 859-3286 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.