SOUTH WINNESHIEK MIDDLE SCHOOL

South Winneshiek Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the South Winneshiek Comm School District school district, located in Ossian, IA with about 104 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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, South Winneshiek Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

South Winneshiek Middle School, located in Ossian, Iowa, serves as a key academic component of the South Winneshiek Community School District. Dedicated to the development of students in the middle grades, the school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that bridges the gap between elementary education and the rigors of high school. The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience, aiming to nurture both the intellectual growth and social-emotional development of its students during these formative years.

As a reflection of its rural community identity, the school maintains a close-knit atmosphere where staff and faculty work to provide personalized attention to their students. The district prioritizes academic excellence, extracurricular involvement, and community engagement, encouraging students to participate in a variety of activities that complement their classroom studies. By integrating modern educational standards with the values of the local community, South Winneshiek Middle School strives to prepare its students for future success as they transition toward secondary education.

For more information, contact South Winneshiek Middle School at (563) 532-9365 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.