G.F.W. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

G.F.W. ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the GFW Public Schools school district, located in GIBBON, MN with about 269 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 23 teachers, G.F.W. 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.

G.F.W. ELEMENTARY School, located in Gibbon, Minnesota, is part of the Gibbon Fairfax Winthrop (GFW) School District. Serving the local community, the school is committed to providing a foundational education that focuses on academic growth, social-emotional development, and preparing students for future success. The school fosters a supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to engage with their curriculum through a variety of instructional methods designed to meet diverse learning needs.

As a central hub for the GFW community, the elementary school emphasizes a collaborative partnership between educators, families, and students. By leveraging the resources of the broader school district, G.F.W. ELEMENTARY aims to cultivate a positive school culture that promotes character development and community involvement. For more information regarding their academic programs, school calendar, and district initiatives, you can visit their official website at [www.gfw.k12.mn.us](http://www.gfw.k12.mn.us/).

For more information, contact G.F.W. ELEMENTARY at (507) 834-6501 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.