ANDES CENTRAL ELEMENTARY - 02

Andes Central Elementary - 02 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Andes Central School District 11-1 school district, located in Lake Andes, SD with about 190 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 17 teachers, Andes Central Elementary - 02 has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Andes Central Elementary, located in Lake Andes, South Dakota, serves as a central hub for primary education in its rural community. As part of the Andes Central School District, the elementary school is dedicated to providing a supportive and structured learning environment for students in the early stages of their academic careers. The institution focuses on foundational literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development, striving to prepare its young learners for successful transitions to the middle and high school levels.

The school is deeply integrated into the cultural and social fabric of the Lake Andes area, maintaining a commitment to serving its local families and the surrounding community. By leveraging its resources and dedicated staff, Andes Central Elementary emphasizes a holistic approach to education, aiming to foster academic growth while encouraging student engagement through various classroom and extracurricular activities. You can find more specific information regarding their academic calendar, staff directory, and district policies on their official website at [http://www.andescentral.k12.sd.us](http://www.andescentral.k12.sd.us).

For more information, contact Andes Central Elementary - 02 at (605) 487-5243 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.