ERNEST HORN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ernest Horn Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Iowa City Comm School District school district, located in Iowa City, IA with about 412 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 32 teachers, Ernest Horn Elementary School 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.

Ernest Horn Elementary School, located on Koser Avenue in Iowa City, is a public elementary school serving the Iowa City Community School District. Named in honor of the influential educator and University of Iowa professor Ernest Horn, the school is deeply integrated into the local community and benefits from the academic environment of the surrounding area. It is well-regarded for providing a nurturing and student-centered learning environment that emphasizes core academic disciplines while fostering social-emotional development.

The school is known for its commitment to inclusive education, aiming to meet the diverse needs of its student population through a variety of instructional strategies and support services. With a strong focus on literacy and foundational skills, Horn Elementary strives to prepare its students for academic success in middle school and beyond. Through a combination of dedicated faculty, active parental involvement, and a curriculum designed to challenge young learners, the school maintains a reputation for being a stable and supportive pillar within the Iowa City educational system.

For more information, contact Ernest Horn Elementary School at (319) 688-1115 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.