GREENE COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Greene County Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Greene County Comm School District school district, located in Jefferson, IA with about 544 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 37 teachers, Greene County Elementary 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.

Greene County Elementary, located in Jefferson, Iowa, serves as a primary educational hub for the local community within the Greene County Community School District. Dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment, the school focuses on building strong foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and social development for its young student population. The school emphasizes a curriculum designed to prepare students for future academic success while encouraging personal growth and community engagement.

As part of the broader Greene County school system, the elementary school works to integrate modern educational practices with the close-knit atmosphere characteristic of a rural Iowa district. By utilizing its website to maintain communication with families and stakeholders, the school provides access to essential resources, district updates, and information regarding its academic and extracurricular programs. Through its commitment to student-centered learning, Greene County Elementary aims to provide a safe and nurturing space that allows every child the opportunity to thrive academically and socially.

For more information, contact Greene County Elementary at (515) 386-3178 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.