ELMWOOD-MURDOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

ELMWOOD-MURDOCK ELEM SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ELMWOOD-MURDOCK PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in ELMWOOD, NE with about 286 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 21 teachers, ELMWOOD-MURDOCK ELEM SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Elmwood-Murdock Elementary School is a public school located in the small, tight-knit community of Elmwood, Nebraska. Serving students in the early stages of their academic journey, the school is part of the Elmwood-Murdock Public Schools district, which is known for its focus on maintaining a supportive, small-town educational environment. The school typically emphasizes foundational literacy, numeracy, and character development, leveraging the close proximity of the Elmwood and Murdock communities to foster strong relationships between teachers, students, and local families.

As a primary educational pillar for the area, the school is dedicated to preparing students for the transition to the junior-senior high level by promoting a rigorous yet nurturing learning atmosphere. Because of its rural setting, the school often benefits from high levels of parental involvement and a collaborative culture where individualized attention is prioritized. By balancing traditional academic standards with extracurricular opportunities and community values, Elmwood-Murdock Elementary seeks to provide a well-rounded start for children residing in the surrounding Cass County region.

For more information, contact ELMWOOD-MURDOCK ELEM SCHOOL at (402) 994-2125 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.