SOUTHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Southwood Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MSD Wabash County Schools school district, located in Wabash, IN with about 498 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 26 teachers, Southwood Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Southwood Elementary School, located at 840 E SR 124 in Wabash, Indiana, is a public elementary school serving students within the Metropolitan School District of Wabash County. As part of the Southwood school community, the elementary school focuses on providing a foundational academic environment that prepares students for their transition to the middle and high school levels. The school is known for its commitment to fostering a supportive, student-centered culture where staff work closely with families to ensure academic growth and social-emotional development.

Beyond standard classroom instruction, Southwood Elementary emphasizes the importance of community involvement and character education. By leveraging its location within the Wabash County school system, the school offers various extracurricular opportunities and resources designed to engage students in both their local community and their educational journey. It remains a key educational pillar for the rural Wabash area, dedicated to maintaining high standards of instruction while nurturing the potential of every child in a safe and welcoming environment.

For more information, contact Southwood Elementary School at (260) 563-8050 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.