SOUTHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SOUTHLAND ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Southland Public School District school district, located in ROSE CREEK, MN with about 190 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 16 teachers, SOUTHLAND ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

SOUTHLAND ELEMENTARY, located in the small, rural community of Rose Creek, Minnesota, serves as a primary educational hub for the local area. As part of the Southland School District (ISD #500), the school is known for its small-town atmosphere and tight-knit community focus, which allows for a more personalized approach to student development. It typically provides a foundational academic experience for students in the primary grades, emphasizing core curriculum subjects while fostering a supportive and safe learning environment.

The school is centrally located on 1st Street North, functioning as a focal point for families in Rose Creek and the surrounding rural region. By maintaining a smaller student body, SOUTHLAND ELEMENTARY is able to facilitate stronger connections between teachers, students, and parents, which is a hallmark of the district’s educational philosophy. The institution is dedicated to preparing students for their future academic endeavors by balancing traditional classroom instruction with the values of a small-town, community-centered education.

For more information, contact SOUTHLAND ELEMENTARY at (507) 437-3214 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.