Rooted in tradition and committed to excellence, Newton M. Rountree Elementary School has served as a cornerstone of the Rountree neighborhood since 1917. With over a century of rich history and strong community ties, Rountree continues to inspire generations of learners.

In 2013, Rountree proudly became a fully authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme school—reflecting our commitment to global-minded, inquiry-based education that nurtures the whole child.

Our story begins in September 1916, when a contract was awarded to build a new four-room schoolhouse with a basement, replacing the former Pickwick School. The school was named in honor of Newton M. Rountree, who served on the Springfield school board from 1884 to 1891. Over the years, the school has grown alongside the community it serves:

• 1930: Addition of two classrooms and the current office complex

• 1955: Construction of three more classrooms

• 1964: Completion of the multipurpose room, still used today as the gym and cafeteria

• 1992: Final addition including the current kitchen, art room, and library

Today, Rountree Elementary stands as the oldest school in the district, encompassing more than 34,000 square feet of space dedicated to learning, creativity, and growth. Our long-standing legacy and deeply rooted neighborhood connections continue to shape who we are.

We are proud to be Rountree Owls!