WAITSBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Waitsburg Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Waitsburg School District school district, located in Waitsburg, WA with about 129 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 6 teachers, Waitsburg Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

Waitsburg Elementary School is a small, community-focused public school located in the rural town of Waitsburg, Washington. As part of the Waitsburg School District, the elementary serves as a foundational pillar for the local community, emphasizing a close-knit learning environment where small class sizes allow for personalized attention. The school is committed to fostering both academic achievement and social-emotional growth, aiming to prepare its students for success in the middle and high school years that follow.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state educational standards while leveraging its small-town setting to encourage student engagement and participation. By maintaining a strong connection between staff, students, and families, Waitsburg Elementary creates a supportive atmosphere that prioritizes character development alongside core subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science. For more detailed information regarding their specific programs, school calendar, or administrative resources, you can visit their official website at [http://www.waitsburgsd.org](http://www.waitsburgsd.org).

For more information, contact Waitsburg Elementary School at (509) 337-6461 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.