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Elementary School
Our Mission
Here at North Mahaska we believe that quality education is key to personal development and begins at birth. Beyond educational development we strive to encourage personal growth and instill quality social skills. By using a variety of learning techniques you can be assured that your child is receiving a well-rounded and individualized education. Our teaching staff has a passion for the curriculum and child development which shines through in the care and excitement they bring to their classroom. Our mission is to help all children reach their maximum potential and set them up for a successful future.
From Our Parents
“Students are expected to do their best, and held to a higher standard at North Mahaska… We are very happy with North Mahaska school and very happy to be a part of it!”
“As a North Mahaska graduate, my husband and I picked North Mahaska for their strong program of core academics and enrichment of their students. We also love how the community supports North Mahaska and one another.”
principal
Amber Goaemaat
Email: goemaata@nmwarhawks.org
Phone: 641-637-4041
Recent Warhawk News
U.S. News & World Report Recognizes North Mahaska Among the 2024 Best Elementary Schools
North Mahaska has been ranked among the 2024 Best Elementary School rankings by the U.S. News & World Report. The rankings include more than 79,000 public elementary and middle schools across the country. Schools are ranked at the state and district level, with...
NM Students Visit State Capitol
5th graders visited the Iowa Historical Museum and Iowa State Capitol Building and had the opportunity to meet Lt. Governor Adam Gregg. They also got to watch the House in action voting on bills.
North Mahaska BookHawks participated in the Central Rivers Battle of the Books
The North Mahaska BookHawks participated in the Central Rivers Battle of the Books. There are 19 books that they read throughout the year, then the team answered questions on those books during competition. This team, consisting of from left, Izzy Blattler, Ella...