RJ STEEBY SCHOOL

RJ Steeby School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Wayland Union Schools school district, located in WAYLAND, MI with about 383 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th 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 19 teachers, RJ Steeby 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.

RJ Steeby School, located at 435 East Superior Street in Wayland, Michigan, is a foundational part of the Wayland Union Schools district. Serving as an early childhood and elementary-focused facility, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging environment for the community’s youngest learners. Its programming is designed to build a strong academic and social-emotional base, preparing students for success as they progress through the district’s higher grade levels.

As part of the Wayland Union Schools system, RJ Steeby benefits from the district’s broader commitment to innovation, student well-being, and academic excellence. The school maintains a focus on creating a welcoming atmosphere where children can develop foundational literacy, numeracy, and interpersonal skills. Parents and community members interested in specific curricula, enrollment procedures, or school-wide events can find detailed resources and contact information through the district’s official website at [www.waylandunion.org](http://www.waylandunion.org).

For more information, contact RJ Steeby School at (269) 792-2281 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.