WASHINGTON PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Washington Park Community School is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Washington Park Community School school district, located in Newburgh Heights, OH with about 215 students offering grade levels from 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 7 teachers, Washington Park Community School has a student/teacher ratio of about 30:1. 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.

Washington Park Community School (WPCS), located in Newburgh Heights, Ohio, is a public charter school serving students in grades K–8. Committed to providing a robust academic foundation, the school focuses on a well-rounded curriculum that emphasizes core subjects while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a focused student-teacher ratio, the school aims to address the individual learning needs of its diverse student body, ensuring that each child receives personalized attention to help them reach their academic potential.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Washington Park Community School places a strong value on community involvement and the social-emotional development of its students. The school actively works to build partnerships with families and the local neighborhood to create a safe, engaging, and collaborative culture. Through extracurricular activities and a commitment to character building, WPCS strives to prepare its graduates not only for success in high school but also to become productive and responsible citizens in their broader community.

For more information, contact Washington Park Community School at (216) 271-6055 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.