CAMPTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Campton Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Wolfe County school district, located in Campton, KY with about 392 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 26 teachers, Campton 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.

Campton Elementary School is a public institution located in the rural community of Campton, Kentucky, serving students within the Wolfe County School District. As a foundational school for the area, it focuses on providing core academic instruction to young learners, fostering a supportive environment that reflects the close-knit nature of the surrounding mountain community. The school is dedicated to foundational literacy and numeracy, aiming to prepare students for the transition to middle school while emphasizing character development and local community engagement.

Because it is situated in a smaller, rural district, Campton Elementary often functions as a central hub for local families, prioritizing individualized attention for its student body. The curriculum aligns with Kentucky’s state academic standards, though the school environment is characterized by a commitment to small-town values and accessibility. By integrating classroom learning with programs that encourage social-emotional growth, the school strives to ensure that students from the Campton area have a stable and nurturing start to their educational journey.

For more information, contact Campton Elementary School at (606) 668-8102 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.