LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Longfellow Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Muncie Community Schools school district, located in Muncie, IN with about 333 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 18 teachers, Longfellow Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Longfellow Elementary School, located at 1900 E. Centennial in Muncie, Indiana, serves as a cornerstone of the local community within the Muncie Community Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where students can develop foundational academic skills while engaging in personal growth. By prioritizing core curriculum subjects alongside social-emotional development, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for the challenges of middle school and beyond.

The school is deeply integrated into the fabric of the Centennial neighborhood, emphasizing the importance of parent and community involvement to enhance the educational experience. Longfellow frequently utilizes a holistic approach to teaching, encouraging collaboration and critical thinking among its students. Through its staff’s commitment to academic excellence and student well-being, the school strives to provide a stable, nurturing atmosphere that helps children build both the confidence and the knowledge necessary to succeed in their future endeavors.

For more information, contact Longfellow Elementary School at (765) 747-5410 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.