WILLOW LAKE ELEMENTARY - 02

Willow Lake Elementary - 02 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Willow Lake School District 12-3 school district, located in Willow Lake, SD with about 107 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 8 teachers, Willow Lake 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.

Willow Lake Elementary, located at 400 Garfield Ave in Willow Lake, South Dakota, serves as a central hub for primary education within the local community. Operating as part of the Willow Lake School District, the school is dedicated to providing a foundational academic experience for students in its rural setting. By focusing on core curriculum standards and fostering a supportive classroom environment, the school aims to prepare its young learners for future academic success while maintaining close ties to the local community.

The school’s website serves as a primary point of contact for families, offering resources related to district policies, school calendars, and administrative information. As a small-town institution, Willow Lake Elementary emphasizes a personalized approach to education, leveraging its size to facilitate strong relationships between students, staff, and parents. Through its commitment to local engagement and student development, the school plays a vital role in the educational landscape of South Dakota’s Clark County region.

For more information, contact Willow Lake Elementary - 02 at (605) 625-5945 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.