WAYNEDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Waynedale Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Fort Wayne Community Schools school district, located in Fort Wayne, IN with about 466 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 23 teachers, Waynedale 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.

Waynedale Elementary School, located on Elzey Street in Fort Wayne, Indiana, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Fort Wayne Community Schools (FWCS) district. The school is deeply integrated into the historic Waynedale neighborhood, acting as a focal point for the local community. It provides a comprehensive elementary curriculum designed to foster academic growth, social development, and personal responsibility in students from kindergarten through the fifth grade.

Beyond its core academic mission, Waynedale Elementary is recognized for its efforts to create an inclusive and supportive environment that caters to the diverse needs of its student body. The school emphasizes character education and active parental involvement, often collaborating with local families to enhance the learning experience. With a commitment to the "FWCS Promise," the school strives to prepare its students for future success by balancing traditional classroom instruction with modern educational tools and community-based enrichment programs.

For more information, contact Waynedale Elementary School at (260) 467-8820 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.