LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY - 05

Longfellow Elementary - 05 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Mitchell School District 17-2 school district, located in Mitchell, SD with about 347 students offering grade levels from 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 30 teachers, Longfellow Elementary - 05 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.

Longfellow Elementary, located at 110 N. Mentzer St. in Mitchell, South Dakota, is a public primary school operating under the Mitchell School District. Serving the local community, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for young students. Its curriculum is designed to provide a strong educational foundation, emphasizing core academic skills while encouraging social and emotional development in the early formative years.

As part of the Mitchell School District, Longfellow Elementary benefits from a structured approach to education that prioritizes student achievement and community engagement. The school maintains a digital presence through the district’s website, which serves as a resource for parents and guardians to access information regarding school policies, calendars, and educational programs. By focusing on individualized attention and a collaborative school climate, Longfellow strives to prepare its students for their future transitions into middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Longfellow Elementary - 05 at (605) 995-3092 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.