CRITTENDEN-MT. ZION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Crittenden-Mt. Zion Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Grant County school district, located in Dry Ridge, KY with about 538 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 31 teachers, Crittenden-Mt. Zion Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Crittenden-Mt. Zion Elementary School, located in Dry Ridge, Kentucky, serves as a vital educational pillar within the Grant County School District. Situated in a rural-suburban setting, the school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. By catering to the foundational years of elementary education, the school prioritizes building strong literacy and numeracy skills while encouraging students to engage in collaborative learning experiences.

The school is deeply integrated into the local Dry Ridge community, often serving as a hub for family engagement and school-wide events. With a commitment to preparing students for the transition to middle school, Crittenden-Mt. Zion utilizes a combination of traditional instruction and modern educational resources to meet the diverse needs of its student body. The faculty and staff emphasize a goal-oriented culture, working to ensure that every student has access to a safe and inclusive environment conducive to long-term academic success.

For more information, contact Crittenden-Mt. Zion Elementary at (859) 428-2171 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.