HAROLD B LEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

HAROLD B LEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the WEST SIDE JOINT DISTRICT school district, located in DAYTON, ID with about 347 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 17 teachers, HAROLD B LEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

Harold B. Lee Elementary School, located in Dayton, Idaho, serves as a central educational hub for the local rural community. Part of the West Side School District, the school is situated in a quiet, agricultural setting along Highway 36. It typically focuses on fostering foundational academic skills for students in the elementary grades, maintaining a small-town atmosphere that emphasizes individualized attention and strong connections between staff, students, and local families.

As a rural institution, Harold B. Lee Elementary is characterized by its close-knit environment, where community involvement is often a key component of the student experience. The school aims to provide a supportive learning foundation, preparing young learners for their transition into secondary education within the district. While it maintains a modest footprint, it serves as an essential pillar for the Dayton area, prioritizing a safe, consistent, and community-focused educational setting.

For more information, contact HAROLD B LEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (208) 747-3303 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.