OAK BLUFFS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Oak Bluffs Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Oak Bluffs school district, located in Oak Bluffs, MA with about 426 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 46 teachers, Oak Bluffs Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

Oak Bluffs Elementary School, located on Martha’s Vineyard in Massachusetts, serves as a central hub for the island’s youth, typically educating students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. The school is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and academically rigorous environment that emphasizes the development of the "whole child." By integrating core curriculum standards with a focus on social-emotional learning, the school aims to prepare its students not only for high school success but also to be thoughtful, responsible members of their local community.

The school takes full advantage of its unique location by incorporating the island's natural environment and vibrant local culture into its educational approach. With a strong emphasis on community involvement, Oak Bluffs Elementary encourages collaboration between educators, parents, and local organizations to enrich the student experience. Through a variety of extracurricular programs, arts, and athletics, the school strives to cultivate curiosity and lifelong learning, ensuring that every student has the tools and confidence to succeed in an ever-changing world.

For more information, contact Oak Bluffs Elementary at (508) 693-0951 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.