UNION FURNACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Union Furnace Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Logan-Hocking Local school district, located in Union Furnace, OH with about 221 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th 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 15 teachers, Union Furnace Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Union Furnace Elementary School is a small, rural public school located in the Hocking County area of Ohio, serving students within the Logan-Hocking Local School District. Nestled in a quiet, historic community, the school is known for its close-knit environment, providing a foundational educational experience that emphasizes personalized attention and a strong sense of local identity. As part of a larger district, the school works to balance traditional academic standards with the specific needs of its rural student body, often fostering strong community involvement and supportive parent-teacher partnerships.

The school’s setting reflects the landscape of southeastern Ohio, providing a peaceful backdrop for early childhood and elementary education. While it operates on a smaller scale compared to more urban institutions, Union Furnace Elementary focuses on developing core competencies in literacy and mathematics while encouraging social-emotional growth. By maintaining a focus on smaller class sizes and community connection, the school strives to ensure that each student receives the guidance necessary to transition successfully into the district’s middle and high school programs.

For more information, contact Union Furnace Elementary School at (740) 380-6881 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.