WESTERN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Western Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Ohio County school district, located in Centertown, KY with about 319 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 18 teachers, Western 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.

Western Elementary School, located in Centertown, Kentucky, serves as a primary educational pillar for the local Ohio County community. As a public institution, it is dedicated to fostering the academic, social, and emotional development of its students in a supportive, small-town environment. The school typically focuses on building a strong foundational curriculum in core subjects like reading, mathematics, and science, while emphasizing the values of citizenship and community engagement inherent to the Centertown area.

Beyond its academic offerings, Western Elementary is characterized by its commitment to creating a safe and nurturing atmosphere that encourages student growth and parent-teacher collaboration. As part of the Ohio County school system, the school works to integrate modern educational practices with the traditions of its rural setting. By maintaining close ties with local families and community members, the school strives to prepare its young learners for success as they transition into the middle school grades.

For more information, contact Western Elementary School at (270) 274-7643 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.