TILFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Tilford Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Vinton-Shellsburg Comm School District school district, located in Vinton, IA with about 448 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th 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 31 teachers, Tilford Elementary School 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.

Tilford Elementary School, located in Vinton, Iowa, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District. Dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment, the school focuses on the academic, social, and emotional development of its young students. By emphasizing foundational literacy, numeracy, and character building, Tilford Elementary strives to prepare its student body for success in their middle school years and beyond, while maintaining strong ties to the local Vinton community.

The school is characterized by its commitment to student-centered instruction and the active involvement of parents and community members. Beyond the core curriculum, Tilford Elementary often highlights the importance of creating a welcoming school climate where students are encouraged to be curious and collaborative. As part of a rural Iowa district, the school plays a central role in the lives of local families, offering a structured, nurturing setting designed to meet the diverse needs of elementary-aged learners.

For more information, contact Tilford Elementary School at (319) 436-4728 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.