HORACE MANN ELEMENTARY - 07

Horace Mann Elementary - 07 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Rapid City Area School District 51-4 school district, located in Rapid City, SD with about 322 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 20 teachers, Horace Mann Elementary - 07 has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Horace Mann Elementary, located at 902 Anamosa St in Rapid City, South Dakota, is part of the Rapid City Area Schools (RCAS) district. Serving as a foundational institution within the local community, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes both academic growth and social-emotional development for its students. As an elementary school, its curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive education, focusing on core subjects while encouraging students to develop the foundational skills necessary for long-term academic success.

The school benefits from its integration into the larger RCAS district, which provides students and staff with access to shared resources, standardized educational initiatives, and professional support systems. Horace Mann is committed to the district’s mission of preparing students for their future by emphasizing inclusivity, effective instruction, and community engagement. Parents and community members can find additional information regarding school policies, academic calendars, and district-wide programs by visiting the official Rapid City Area Schools website at [www.rcas.org](http://www.rcas.org).

For more information, contact Horace Mann Elementary - 07 at (605) 394-1847 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.