JOHN M. STUMBO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

John M. Stumbo Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Floyd County school district, located in Grethel, KY with about 333 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten 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 21 teachers, John M. Stumbo Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

John M. Stumbo Elementary School, located in the rural community of Grethel, Kentucky, serves as a central educational institution within the Floyd County School District. Situated along KY Route 979, the school plays a vital role in the local community, providing foundational academic instruction to students in the surrounding area. Like many schools in the region, it focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment tailored to the unique needs of Appalachian students, emphasizing both core curriculum standards and the development of essential life skills.

As a smaller, community-centered school, John M. Stumbo Elementary prioritizes building strong relationships between faculty, students, and families. The institution is dedicated to creating a safe and encouraging atmosphere that promotes academic growth and personal responsibility. By engaging students through various classroom activities and community-focused initiatives, the school strives to prepare its youth for future academic success while maintaining a strong connection to the heritage and values of the Floyd County community.

For more information, contact John M. Stumbo Elementary School at (606) 587-2212 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.