LAMONI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Lamoni Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lamoni Comm School District school district, located in Lamoni, IA with about 175 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 16 teachers, Lamoni Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Lamoni Elementary School, located in the small community of Lamoni, Iowa, serves as a central hub for early education within the Central Decatur Community School District. The school is known for fostering a supportive, small-town atmosphere where educators focus on building strong relationships with students. By emphasizing foundational academic skills and social-emotional growth, the school aims to provide a safe and nurturing environment that prepares young learners for their future educational transitions.

The school benefits from being part of a close-knit community that highly values local education. With its location on North Walnut Street, Lamoni Elementary often benefits from collaborative partnerships with the surrounding area, including nearby Graceland University, which allows for unique learning opportunities. The school is dedicated to maintaining high standards of instruction while ensuring that every student receives the individualized attention necessary to succeed in a collaborative and inclusive classroom setting.

For more information, contact Lamoni Elementary School at (641) 784-3422 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.