FORDSVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Fordsville Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Ohio County school district, located in Fordsville, KY with about 269 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 15 teachers, Fordsville Elementary School 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.

Fordsville Elementary School is a small, rural public school located in the town of Fordsville, Kentucky, serving students in Ohio County. As part of the Ohio County School District, the school is dedicated to providing foundational education in a close-knit community setting. It focuses on core academic development, typically serving students from pre-kindergarten through the elementary grade levels, and emphasizes creating a supportive environment that fosters both social and intellectual growth.

The school functions as a central hub for the Fordsville community, reflecting the values and culture of the surrounding region. Because of its location in a smaller town, the school often benefits from strong parental involvement and a collaborative atmosphere among staff and families. Fordsville Elementary strives to prepare its young learners for success as they transition to middle school, balancing state curriculum requirements with a personalized approach characteristic of smaller educational facilities.

For more information, contact Fordsville Elementary School at (270) 276-3601 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.