KINGSLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Kingsley Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Waterloo Comm School District school district, located in Waterloo, IA with about 382 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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, Kingsley Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Kingsley Elementary School, located at 201 Sunset Road in Waterloo, Iowa, serves as a foundational academic institution within the Waterloo Community School District. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment for students in the primary grades, emphasizing both core academic development and social-emotional growth. By focusing on fundamental skills in literacy and mathematics, the school aims to prepare its young students for continued academic success while cultivating a sense of community and school pride among its student body.

Beyond the classroom, Kingsley Elementary is dedicated to maintaining strong partnerships between teachers, families, and the surrounding Waterloo neighborhood. The school environment typically emphasizes character development and active engagement, encouraging students to participate in various school activities that build confidence and collaboration. With a focus on meeting the diverse needs of its students, Kingsley strives to provide a stable, nurturing atmosphere where children are encouraged to reach their full potential and develop as lifelong learners.

For more information, contact Kingsley Elementary School at (319) 433-2210 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.