TARKIO ELEM.

TARKIO ELEM. is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the TARKIO R-I school district, located in TARKIO, MO with about 201 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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, TARKIO 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.

Tarkio Elementary School, located at 1201 Pine Street in Tarkio, Missouri, serves as a foundational educational hub for the local community. As part of the Tarkio R-I School District, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social development, and the personal success of its elementary-aged students. The school plays a vital role in the small-town fabric of Tarkio, prioritizing a close-knit atmosphere where staff and families collaborate to prepare children for their future educational journeys.

The institution focuses on a standard core curriculum while integrating opportunities for student engagement and community involvement. By maintaining a localized approach to education, Tarkio Elementary strives to ensure that students receive individualized attention within a safe and nurturing setting. For those looking for specific information regarding school calendars, faculty contacts, or district policies, the school provides resources through its official website at http://tes.tarkio.k12.mo.us.

For more information, contact TARKIO ELEM. at (660) 736-4177 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.