NORTH TAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

North Tama Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the North Tama County Comm School District school district, located in Traer, IA with about 246 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 17 teachers, North Tama 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.

North Tama Elementary, located in Traer, Iowa, serves as a foundational educational institution within the North Tama County Community School District. Committed to fostering a supportive learning environment, the school focuses on the holistic development of its students, emphasizing both academic rigor and social-emotional growth. By integrating core curriculum standards with community values, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success as they transition into the middle and high school levels.

The school benefits from being part of a tight-knit rural community, which allows for smaller class sizes and a personalized approach to instruction. With a strong emphasis on student engagement and teacher-led innovation, North Tama Elementary strives to cultivate a positive school culture where students feel encouraged to explore their interests and build essential foundational skills. Through its partnership with families and the broader Traer community, the elementary school remains a central pillar for academic achievement and character building in the district.

For more information, contact North Tama Elementary at (319) 478-2265 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.