LEETON ELEM.

LEETON ELEM. is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the LEETON R-X school district, located in LEETON, MO with about 140 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 14 teachers, LEETON ELEM. has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Leeton Elementary School is located in the small community of Leeton, Missouri, serving as a foundational part of the Leeton R-X School District. Situated on North Main Street, the school focuses on providing a supportive and close-knit learning environment typical of rural Missouri districts. It prioritizes core academic development while fostering a sense of community among its students, staff, and local families.

As part of the broader Leeton K-12 campus, the elementary school emphasizes foundational literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional growth. The school aims to prepare its younger students for the transition to middle and high school by maintaining a dedicated focus on individualized attention and character development. Parents and community members can find additional information regarding school policies, calendars, and district news through the official website at www.leeton.k12.mo.us.

For more information, contact LEETON ELEM. at (660) 653-4731 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.