DISCOVERY COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

DISCOVERY COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ST. CLOUD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in WAITE PARK, MN with about 438 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 36 teachers, DISCOVERY COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

DISCOVERY COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY, located in Waite Park, Minnesota, serves as a key educational institution within the St. Cloud Area School District (District 742). The school is designed to foster a supportive and inclusive environment for students in the early stages of their academic journey, typically serving pupils from kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of a larger district, the school focuses on foundational literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development, aiming to prepare students for middle school while encouraging active participation within the local community.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, DISCOVERY COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY emphasizes the importance of a collaborative partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding Waite Park area. The school utilizes a variety of resources and programming designed to address the diverse needs of its student body, often integrating modern teaching strategies to enhance engagement. By prioritizing a "community-first" approach, the school strives to create a welcoming atmosphere where students feel empowered to explore their interests, develop critical thinking skills, and build lasting friendships in a safe, structured setting.

For more information, contact DISCOVERY COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY at (320) 251-7770 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.