NEWELL ELEMENTARY - 02

Newell Elementary - 02 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Newell School District 09-2 school district, located in Newell, SD with about 137 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 10 teachers, Newell Elementary - 02 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.

Newell Elementary is a public school located in Newell, South Dakota, serving students in the Newell School District. As the primary elementary education provider for the local community, the school focuses on establishing a strong academic foundation while fostering a supportive environment for its K-5 (and occasionally pre-K) student body. The school is integrated into the broader Newell K-12 campus, which allows for a cohesive educational experience as students transition from their formative elementary years into middle and high school.

The school is deeply embedded in the rural culture of Butte County, emphasizing community values and small class sizes that encourage individualized attention. By utilizing the district’s official website, parents and community members can access school calendars, faculty information, and updates on district policies. Newell Elementary is committed to preparing its students for future success by balancing core curriculum standards with a range of extracurricular opportunities typical of a close-knit, small-town South Dakota school system.

For more information, contact Newell Elementary - 02 at (605) 456-0102 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.