TAFT INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

Taft Intermediate School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Ashland City school district, located in Ashland, OH with about 520 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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, Taft Intermediate School has a student/teacher ratio of about 28:1. 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.

Taft Intermediate School, located at 825 Smith Rd in Ashland, Ohio, serves as a key educational institution within the Ashland City School District. Typically catering to students in the upper elementary and early middle school grades (often focusing on grades 3–5), the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that bridges the gap between primary education and middle school. The facility is situated in a quiet residential area of Ashland, providing a focused setting for students to develop their academic foundations in core subjects like reading, mathematics, science, and social studies.

The school emphasizes community involvement and the development of the "whole child," often integrating extracurricular opportunities and character-building initiatives alongside their standard curriculum. As part of the Ashland City School system, Taft Intermediate aligns its instructional goals with state standards, aiming to prepare students for the transition to middle school through consistent academic support and a commitment to student achievement. For parents and community members, the school serves as a central hub for early adolescent development, maintaining a collaborative culture between educators, families, and the surrounding Ashland community.

For more information, contact Taft Intermediate School at (419) 289-7967 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.