LOPEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Lopez Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lopez School District school district, located in Lopez Island, WA with about 126 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 8 teachers, Lopez Elementary School 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.

Lopez Elementary School is a small, public K-6 institution located in the unique, rural setting of Lopez Island, Washington. As part of the Lopez Island School District, the school prides itself on a close-knit community atmosphere that leverages the island’s natural landscape as an outdoor classroom. The curriculum is designed to foster both academic excellence and social-emotional development, often emphasizing project-based learning and place-based education that connects students directly to their local ecosystem and community heritage.

Due to the island's remote location, the school serves as a central hub for student life, characterized by small class sizes and personalized instruction. The faculty works closely with families to maintain an inclusive environment that prepares students for the transition to the secondary grades while encouraging curiosity and stewardship. With a strong commitment to the "Lopez Way," the elementary school focuses on building character, fostering critical thinking, and ensuring that every student receives the individualized attention necessary to succeed in a tight-knit, island-based society.

For more information, contact Lopez Elementary School at (360) 468-2202 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.