WOOD RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

WOOD RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the WOOD RIVER RURAL SCHOOLS school district, located in WOOD RIVER, NE with about 272 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 20 teachers, WOOD RIVER ELEMENTARY 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.

WOOD RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 1003 Lilly St in Wood River, Nebraska, serves as the primary academic foundation for students in the local community. As a vital component of the Wood River Rural School District, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both core academic development and social-emotional growth. By catering to early childhood and elementary-aged children, the institution focuses on preparing students for future success through a curriculum designed to build essential literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking skills.

Beyond its academic offerings, Wood River Elementary acts as a central hub for the small community, often prioritizing small class sizes and a close-knit atmosphere that allows educators to provide personalized attention to each student. The school maintains a commitment to creating a safe and inclusive space where students are encouraged to engage in extracurricular activities and build meaningful relationships with their peers. Through its location in the heart of Wood River, the school plays a crucial role in shaping the foundational years of the town's youth, ensuring they are well-prepared for their transition to the middle and high school levels.

For more information, contact WOOD RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (308) 583-2525 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.