BLACKWATER ELEM.

BLACKWATER ELEM. is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the BLACKWATER R-II school district, located in BLACKWATER, MO with about 112 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 13 teachers, BLACKWATER ELEM. has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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.

Blackwater Elementary, located at 300 Doddridge in Blackwater, Missouri, serves as a small, community-focused educational institution within the Cooper County region. As a primary school, it is dedicated to providing foundational academic instruction to local students, typically maintaining a close-knit environment that emphasizes personalized attention and a supportive atmosphere for its young learners.

The school operates as a central hub for the Blackwater community, striving to bridge the gap between rigorous curriculum standards and the unique needs of a small-town student body. Through its official website, the school maintains communication with families regarding academic calendars, district policies, and student resources, reflecting a commitment to transparency and community involvement in the educational process.

For more information, contact BLACKWATER ELEM. at (660) 846-2461 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.