GEORGE W. GIBBS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

GEORGE W. GIBBS ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Rochester Public School District school district, located in ROCHESTER, MN with about 870 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 50 teachers, GEORGE W. GIBBS ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

GEORGE W. GIBBS ELEMENTARY, located in Rochester, Minnesota, is a modern educational facility within the Rochester Public Schools district. Serving students in the northern part of the city, the school is named in honor of George W. Gibbs, the first African American to serve in the U.S. Navy and the first to reach the rank of Chief Petty Officer. The school reflects this commitment to inclusivity and excellence, providing a forward-thinking learning environment designed to support the diverse needs of its growing student population.

The school emphasizes a community-centered approach to education, prioritizing academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of a welcoming school culture. With a contemporary facility that utilizes flexible learning spaces, Gibbs Elementary aims to foster collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking among its students. By integrating strong educational standards with a supportive staff, the school strives to prepare its young learners for success in their future academic endeavors while fostering a strong sense of pride and belonging within the Rochester community.

For more information, contact GEORGE W. GIBBS ELEMENTARY at (507) 328-4100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.