MONTEZUMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Montezuma Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Montezuma Comm School District school district, located in Montezuma, IA with about 282 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 21 teachers, Montezuma Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Montezuma Elementary School is a public school located in the small, rural community of Montezuma, Iowa. Serving as a central pillar for local families, the school provides foundational education for children in the Montezuma Community School District. It is known for maintaining a close-knit, supportive environment typical of a small-town district, where faculty and staff often prioritize strong relationships with both students and parents to foster a personalized learning experience.

The school focuses on providing a well-rounded academic curriculum while emphasizing the development of essential social and character-building skills. Because it is part of a smaller district, Montezuma Elementary benefits from a high level of community involvement and a collaborative atmosphere. It serves as a primary hub for early childhood and elementary development, preparing students for a seamless transition into the district’s middle and high school programs.

For more information, contact Montezuma Elementary School at (641) 623-5129 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.