Wapello Elementary School
239 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
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.
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.
239
Total Students
22.6
Full-Time Teachers
10.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
18.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 195 |
| Hispanic | 33 |
| Black | 4 |
| Two or More | 6 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White195 (81.6 %)
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Hispanic33 (13.8 %)
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Two or More6 (2.5 %)
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Black4 (1.7 %)
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American Indian1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Wapello Comm School District |
| Phone: | (319)523-5571 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 239 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 22.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 31 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 13 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
28
Kindergarten
35
Grade 1
41
Grade 2
34
Grade 3
37
Grade 4
36
Grade 5
28
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 28 |
| Kindergarten | 35 |
| Grade 1 | 41 |
| Grade 2 | 34 |
| Grade 3 | 37 |
| Grade 4 | 36 |
| Grade 5 | 28 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 119 | 49.8% |
| Male | 120 | 50.2% |
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th