CLAYMONT INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

Claymont Intermediate School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Claymont City school district, located in Dennison, OH with about 310 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 5th 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 16 teachers, Claymont Intermediate School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Claymont Intermediate School, located at 220 N 3rd St in Dennison, Ohio, serves as a vital component of the Claymont City School District. The school is specifically designed to support the academic and developmental needs of students in the middle-elementary grade levels, typically bridging the gap between primary education and middle school. As part of a district known for the "Mustang" pride, the school emphasizes fostering a supportive learning environment that focuses on foundational literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional growth.

The facility in Dennison reflects the district's commitment to serving the local community, acting as a hub for both educational instruction and extracurricular involvement. By utilizing a curriculum aligned with Ohio’s academic standards, Claymont Intermediate aims to prepare its students for the transition to junior high by encouraging critical thinking, collaboration, and personal responsibility. The school benefits from a close-knit community atmosphere, where faculty and staff strive to provide a well-rounded educational experience that balances rigorous classroom learning with the unique developmental requirements of pre-adolescent students.

For more information, contact Claymont Intermediate School at (740) 922-1901 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.