HORACE MANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Horace Mann Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Ottumwa Comm School District school district, located in Ottumwa, IA with about 243 students offering grade levels from 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 14 teachers, Horace Mann Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Horace Mann Elementary School is a public institution located in Ottumwa, Iowa, serving as part of the Ottumwa Community School District. Situated on North Court Street, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for young students. It focuses on foundational academic development, aiming to prepare its student body for success in later grade levels through a structured curriculum that emphasizes core subjects and essential literacy and numeracy skills.

Beyond its academic mission, Horace Mann Elementary acts as a vital community hub within the Ottumwa area. The school prioritizes student growth by encouraging extracurricular participation and maintaining a commitment to building a positive school culture. By aligning its programs with the broader goals of the Ottumwa Community School District, the school strives to provide an inclusive educational experience that supports the diverse needs of its neighborhood families.

For more information, contact Horace Mann Elementary School at (641) 684-4661 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.