HIAWATHA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Hiawatha Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Othello School District school district, located in Othello, WA with about 561 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 30 teachers, Hiawatha Elementary School 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.

Hiawatha Elementary School is a public school located in Othello, Washington, serving students in the Othello School District. Situated at 506 N 7th Ave, the school plays a central role in the local community, focusing on providing foundational education for children in the elementary grades. As part of a district that serves a diverse and growing population in Adams County, the school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the development of essential social-emotional skills.

The school is known for its commitment to student success through a supportive faculty and staff who work to meet the varied needs of their student body. Hiawatha Elementary typically utilizes a standards-based curriculum to ensure students build a strong base in core subjects such as reading, writing, and mathematics. By maintaining partnerships with families and the surrounding Othello community, the school strives to create a safe, engaging, and collaborative space that prepares young learners for their future academic transitions and long-term educational achievements.

For more information, contact Hiawatha Elementary School at (509) 488-3389 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.