WAPELLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Wapello Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Wapello Comm School District school district, located in Wapello, IA with about 285 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 23 teachers, Wapello Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Wapello Elementary School, located at 505 N. Cedar in Wapello, Iowa, serves as the primary educational hub for elementary-aged children within the Wapello Community School District. As a key fixture in the small, tight-knit community of Louisa County, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core academic development while encouraging the social and emotional growth of its students. The facility functions as a foundational pillar for local families, prioritizing a student-centered approach to education that prepares children for the transition to the middle and high school levels.

The school is characterized by its commitment to community engagement and personalized instruction, typical of rural Iowa school systems. By maintaining a focus on fundamental literacy, mathematics, and character development, Wapello Elementary aims to provide a well-rounded experience for its diverse student body. Through collaboration between dedicated educators, supportive staff, and active parental involvement, the school strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where every child is encouraged to achieve their academic potential and develop a lifelong love for learning.

For more information, contact Wapello Elementary School at (319) 523-5571 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.