AUSTIN ELEMENTARY - 03

Austin Elementary - 03 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Vermillion School District 13-1 school district, located in Vermillion, SD with about 254 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 1st 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 15 teachers, Austin Elementary - 03 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.

Austin Elementary, located at 300 High St in Vermillion, South Dakota, is a primary educational institution serving the local community as part of the Vermillion School District. As a public elementary school, it focuses on providing foundational academic instruction and social development for young learners in a small-town setting. The school is committed to fostering a supportive environment that emphasizes student growth, literacy, and core educational competencies.

Being situated in Vermillion, the school benefits from the unique character of the area, which is home to the University of South Dakota. This connection often provides a culture that values education and community involvement. Families and prospective residents can find more detailed information regarding school calendars, district policies, and specific programming by visiting the official Vermillion School District website at [http://www.vermillion.k12.sd.us](http://www.vermillion.k12.sd.us).

For more information, contact Austin Elementary - 03 at (605) 677-7010 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.