G.F.W. MIDDLE SCHOOL

G.F.W. MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the GFW Public Schools school district, located in FAIRFAX, MN with about 195 students offering grade levels from 5th 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 15 teachers, G.F.W. 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.

G.F.W. MIDDLE SCHOOL, located in Fairfax, Minnesota, serves as a key educational component of the GFW (Gibbon-Fairfax-Winthrop) Public School District. As a middle-level institution, the school is dedicated to bridging the transition between elementary education and high school, focusing on the unique academic, social, and emotional development of students in the early adolescent years. The school fosters a community-oriented environment that emphasizes fundamental skill-building, student engagement, and a supportive atmosphere designed to prepare learners for future academic success.

By leveraging its position within the GFW district, the school works to provide a comprehensive curriculum that balances core subjects with extracurricular opportunities, ensuring students receive a well-rounded educational experience. The school’s presence in the small, tight-knit community of Fairfax allows for close collaboration between staff, parents, and the local area to maintain a focused, student-centered learning environment. For more detailed information regarding their specific programs, school calendar, or administrative policies, families and community members are encouraged to visit their official website at http://www.gfw.k12.mn.us/.

For more information, contact G.F.W. MIDDLE SCHOOL at (507) 426-7251 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.