EMERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Emerson Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Indianola Comm School District school district, located in Indianola, IA with about 443 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 30 teachers, Emerson Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Emerson Elementary School, located in Indianola, Iowa, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Indianola Community School District. Committed to fostering academic growth and personal development, the school provides a supportive learning environment designed to meet the diverse needs of its elementary-age students. By emphasizing core subjects, social-emotional learning, and foundational skills, Emerson Elementary aims to prepare its students for future academic success while cultivating a positive school culture.

The school is deeply integrated into the local Indianola community, focusing on strong partnerships between educators, students, and families. Through its curriculum and extracurricular efforts, Emerson Elementary strives to instill a love for lifelong learning and character development in every child. As a representative of the district’s dedication to excellence, the school works to ensure that all students have access to the resources and guidance necessary to thrive in an inclusive and nurturing classroom setting.

For more information, contact Emerson Elementary School at (515) 961-9550 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.