WAVERLY YOWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Waverly Yowell Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Madison County Public Schools school district, located in Madison, VA with about 386 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade 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 25 teachers, Waverly Yowell Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Waverly Yowell Elementary School is located in the rural community of Madison, Virginia. As part of the Madison County Public Schools system, the school serves as a foundational academic hub for the local area, focusing on the developmental and educational needs of elementary-aged children. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core literacy, mathematics, and character development, aiming to prepare its students for their transition into middle school and beyond.

In addition to its standard curriculum, Waverly Yowell plays an integral role in the community by promoting a strong partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding Madison region. The school is known for maintaining a close-knit atmosphere where staff prioritize individualized student attention. By providing a blend of traditional classroom instruction and various extracurricular opportunities, the institution strives to cultivate a well-rounded educational experience that encourages both academic success and social-emotional growth for all of its students.

For more information, contact Waverly Yowell Elementary at (540) 948-4511 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.