MORIAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

MORIAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MORIAH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in PORT HENRY, NY with about 400 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 36 teachers, MORIAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

MORIAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 39 Viking Lane in Port Henry, New York, serves as the primary educational facility for the Moriah Central School District. Situated in the scenic Adirondack region, the school provides a foundational academic environment for students in the surrounding community. As part of a K-12 district, the elementary school focuses on fostering early childhood development through a structured curriculum that emphasizes core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while also supporting students’ social and emotional growth.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Moriah Central School District, which prioritizes student achievement and community engagement. By maintaining a centralized campus, the district aims to create a seamless transition for students as they progress from their elementary years into middle and high school. The school encourages a supportive atmosphere, often leveraging its connection to the local Port Henry area to provide students with a sense of community identity and involvement, ensuring they are prepared for the challenges of their future academic careers.

For more information, contact MORIAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (518) 546-3301 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.