SOUTH TAMA COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

South Tama County Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the South Tama County school district, located in Tama, IA with about 619 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 46 teachers, South Tama County 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.

South Tama County Elementary School, located in Tama, Iowa, serves as a foundational academic hub for the South Tama County Community School District. Dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment, the school focuses on the developmental needs of its youngest students by emphasizing core literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional growth. The faculty strives to create a partnership with families and the local community to ensure that students are prepared for the transition to middle school and beyond.

The school operates with a commitment to the district’s broader mission of academic excellence and character building. By utilizing a mix of modern instructional strategies and a student-centered approach, the elementary school aims to cultivate a love for learning while celebrating the diverse background of its student body. For parents and community members, the school serves as an active center of engagement, providing various resources and communication channels to support student success throughout the academic year.

For more information, contact South Tama County Elementary School at (641) 484-3999 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.