RUTHVEN-AYRSHIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ruthven-Ayrshire Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Ruthven-Ayrshire Comm School District school district, located in Ruthven, IA with about 105 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 8 teachers, Ruthven-Ayrshire 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.

Ruthven-Ayrshire Elementary School, located in Ruthven, Iowa, serves as a central pillar of the local community’s educational system. As part of the Ruthven-Ayrshire Community School District, the school is dedicated to providing a supportive and foundational learning environment for children in their early academic years. By fostering a small-school atmosphere, the institution focuses on individualized attention and the development of core academic skills, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education tailored to the needs of the rural Iowa community.

The school places a strong emphasis on student success through a collaborative partnership between educators, families, and the community. By utilizing resources provided through their district website, the school maintains transparent communication regarding academic expectations, school events, and administrative information. With its commitment to academic growth and personal development, Ruthven-Ayrshire Elementary strives to prepare its young students for their future transitions into the middle and high school levels within the district.

For more information, contact Ruthven-Ayrshire Elementary School at (712) 837-5211 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.