VIRGIL GRISSOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Virgil Grissom Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the North Scott Comm School District school district, located in Princeton, IA with about 198 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 11 teachers, Virgil Grissom Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.
Virgil Grissom Elementary School, located at 500 Lost Grove Rd in Princeton, Iowa, serves as a vital educational pillar within the North Scott Community School District. Dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment, the school focuses on the holistic development of its students, emphasizing both academic excellence and social-emotional growth. By leveraging the resources and curriculum standards of the North Scott district, Virgil Grissom provides a structured foundation that prepares young learners for their future academic endeavors.
The school is deeply integrated into the small-town community of Princeton, often serving as a hub for local families. With a commitment to inclusivity and student-centered instruction, the faculty and staff work to ensure that each child receives personalized attention within a safe, collaborative setting. For more information regarding school programs, extracurricular opportunities, or district-wide initiatives, families and community members are encouraged to visit their official website at [www.north-scott.k12.ia.us](http://www.north-scott.k12.ia.us).
For more information, contact Virgil Grissom Elementary School at (563) 285-3264 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Princeton, IA 52768-7731
(563) 285-3264
http://www.north-scott.k12.ia.us
VIRGIL GRISSOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Princeton, IA with about 198 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Iowa
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- North Scott Comm School District
- Total Students:
- 198
- Teachers:
- 11.88
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 198 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending VIRGIL GRISSOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 92% of the student body.
- White
- 91.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.1%
- Black or African American
- 1.5%
- Two or more races
- 1.0%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.5%
- Female
- 46.5%
- Male
- 53.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.