MARGARETTA CAREY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Margaretta Carey Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Waverly-Shell Rock Comm School District school district, located in Waverly, IA with about 238 students offering grade levels from 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 16 teachers, Margaretta Carey 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.

Margaretta Carey Elementary School is a public school located in Waverly, Iowa, serving as part of the Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District. Dedicated to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment, the school focuses on the foundational development of its students, typically catering to children in the early elementary grade levels. The school emphasizes academic growth while promoting social-emotional learning, aiming to prepare students for success in their future educational endeavors within the district.

The school is deeply integrated into the Waverly community, benefiting from the support of local families and the broader district resources. By prioritizing a collaborative atmosphere between teachers, parents, and students, Margaretta Carey Elementary strives to provide a well-rounded educational experience. Through its curriculum and extracurricular efforts, the school aims to instill a love of learning and a sense of community responsibility in every student who walks through its doors.

For more information, contact Margaretta Carey Elementary School at (319) 352-2855 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.