VANDYKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

VANDYKE ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the GREENWAY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in COLERAINE, MN with about 453 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 29 teachers, VANDYKE ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

VANDYKE ELEMENTARY is a public school located in Coleraine, Minnesota, serving as part of Independent School District 316 (Greenway Public Schools). The school provides primary education to students in the local community, emphasizing a foundational academic environment that prepares children for their subsequent years in the district’s secondary schools. As a staple of the Coleraine area, VANDYKE ELEMENTARY focuses on cultivating a supportive learning atmosphere designed to meet the developmental and educational needs of its student body.

The school operates under the broader mission of ISD 316, which aims to provide high-quality learning opportunities that foster both academic achievement and personal growth. By integrating core curriculum standards with community-oriented values, VANDYKE ELEMENTARY strives to create an inclusive environment where students are encouraged to develop essential skills in literacy, mathematics, and social responsibility. Parents and community members can stay updated on school events, academic calendars, and district-wide policies through the official ISD 316 website at http://www.isd316.org.

For more information, contact VANDYKE ELEMENTARY at (218) 245-2510 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.