NEWELL-FONDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Newell-Fonda Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Newell-Fonda Comm School District school district, located in Newell, IA with about 243 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 17 teachers, Newell-Fonda 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.

Newell-Fonda Elementary, located in Newell, Iowa, serves as a cornerstone of the Newell-Fonda Community School District. Dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment, the school focuses on building a strong academic foundation while promoting the social and emotional development of its young students. As a rural community institution, the school places a high priority on personalized instruction, leveraging smaller class sizes to ensure that each child receives the attention necessary to succeed in their formative years.

Beyond the classroom, Newell-Fonda Elementary is deeply integrated into the fabric of the local community, emphasizing character development and a sense of shared responsibility. The school provides a variety of resources and extracurricular opportunities designed to encourage curiosity, creativity, and active participation. By balancing traditional academic excellence with modern educational practices, the school aims to prepare its students to be lifelong learners and productive, community-minded citizens.

For more information, contact Newell-Fonda Elementary at (712) 272-3324 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.