DOWNSVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Downsville Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Menomonie Area School District school district, located in Downsville, WI with about 112 students offering grade levels from Pre-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, Downsville Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Downsville Elementary is a small, community-focused school located in Downsville, Wisconsin. As part of the School District of the Menomonie Area (SDMA), the school serves a local student population by fostering a supportive and collaborative learning environment. Its rural setting allows for a close-knit atmosphere where staff and families work together to support student development in the early formative years of education.

The school operates under the broader mission of the SDMA, which emphasizes academic excellence, personal growth, and preparing students for future success. By leveraging the resources of a larger district while maintaining the personalized feel of a smaller neighborhood school, Downsville Elementary focuses on building a strong foundation in core academic subjects while encouraging social-emotional learning and community involvement.

For more information, contact Downsville Elementary at (715) 664-8546 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.