RIO GRANDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Rio Grande Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Gallipolis City school district, located in Rio Grande, OH with about 263 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten 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 14 teachers, Rio Grande Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Rio Grande Elementary School is a public institution located in the rural village of Rio Grande, Ohio. Serving students in the local community, the school is part of the Gallia County Local School District. It is situated in a quiet, educational setting, benefiting from its close proximity to the University of Rio Grande and Rio Grande Community College, which creates a unique academic atmosphere for the area.

The school is dedicated to fostering foundational learning, focusing on core academic subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. Beyond the classroom, Rio Grande Elementary emphasizes character development and community involvement, striving to create a supportive environment where students can grow socially and emotionally. With a commitment to preparing students for middle school and beyond, the faculty works to implement state-mandated curriculum standards while maintaining a personalized approach tailored to the needs of its student body.

For more information, contact Rio Grande Elementary School at (740) 245-5333 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.