FAIRBANK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Fairbank Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Wapsie Valley Comm School District school district, located in Fairbank, IA with about 219 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 18 teachers, Fairbank 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.

Fairbank Elementary School is a public school located in Fairbank, Iowa, serving as a key component of the Wapsie Valley Community School District. Dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment, the school focuses on building a strong academic foundation for students in their early formative years. The campus emphasizes community-centered values, aiming to prepare students for success by providing personalized attention and engaging educational opportunities that align with the district’s broader commitment to student development.

As part of the Wapsie Valley district, Fairbank Elementary benefits from a collaborative educational approach that prioritizes student well-being, character development, and academic excellence. The school provides a variety of resources and programming designed to nurture young learners, ensuring they have the tools necessary to transition effectively into the middle and high school levels within the district. Through its integration with the community of Fairbank, the school maintains a welcoming atmosphere where parental involvement and local partnerships are encouraged to support the overall mission of student growth.

For more information, contact Fairbank Elementary School at (319) 635-2071 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.