CAWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Cawood Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Harlan County school district, located in Cawood, KY with about 275 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 17 teachers, Cawood Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Cawood Elementary School, located in the rural community of Cawood, Kentucky, serves as a central educational hub for students in Harlan County. As part of the Harlan County Public School District, the school is committed to providing a foundational education that emphasizes both academic growth and the development of essential social skills. The school typically caters to students from preschool through eighth grade, functioning as a vital anchor for local families and fostering a close-knit environment where educators, students, and parents collaborate to support student success.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Cawood Elementary focuses on cultivating a supportive school culture that encourages student participation in extracurricular activities and community engagement. Because of its location in a historic mining region, the school often plays a significant role in the local community, promoting values of perseverance and neighborhood pride. By integrating traditional instruction with efforts to meet the specific needs of its rural student population, Cawood Elementary strives to prepare its graduates for the transition to high school and beyond, ensuring they have the tools necessary to succeed in a changing world.

For more information, contact Cawood Elementary School at (606) 573-2502 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.