GRAINGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Grainger Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Okanogan School District school district, located in Okanogan, WA with about 477 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 26 teachers, Grainger Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Grainger Elementary, located at 1118 5th Street S in Okanogan, Washington, serves as a primary educational hub for the local community within the Okanogan School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of a positive school culture. By focusing on student engagement and academic growth, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success as they transition into the upper grade levels.

The school benefits from its setting in the heart of Okanogan, a town characterized by a close-knit community atmosphere. Grainger Elementary typically offers a range of programs designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body, often incorporating local educational initiatives and community involvement to enrich the classroom experience. As a key institution in the region, the school prioritizes maintaining open communication with families to ensure that students receive the holistic support necessary to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact Grainger Elementary at (509) 422-3580 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.