WILLIAM TELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

William Tell Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Tell City-Troy Twp School Corp school district, located in Tell City, IN with about 769 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 41 teachers, William Tell 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.

William Tell Elementary School, located in Tell City, Indiana, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Tell City-Troy Township School Corporation. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. By focusing on fundamental skills and encouraging early intellectual curiosity, the school aims to prepare its young learners for the transition into middle school while instilling a strong sense of community and school spirit.

Beyond its core curriculum, William Tell Elementary is integrated into the smaller-town fabric of Tell City, providing a personalized approach to education that benefits from strong collaboration between faculty, staff, and local families. The school typically offers various extracurricular opportunities and resources designed to cater to diverse student needs, ensuring that children receive a well-rounded experience. As a central pillar of the local district, the school remains committed to maintaining high standards of instruction and creating a safe, inclusive space for every child in the community.

For more information, contact William Tell Elementary School at (812) 547-9727 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.