HELEN STEINER RICE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Helen Steiner Rice ES is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lorain City school district, located in Lorain, OH with about 298 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 16 teachers, Helen Steiner Rice ES 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.

Helen Steiner Rice Elementary School, located at 4500 Tacoma Ave in Lorain, Ohio, serves as a neighborhood hub for early childhood and primary education within the Lorain City School District. Named after the celebrated inspirational poet and Lorain native, the school carries a legacy of fostering growth and encouragement. The facility is designed to support the academic and social-emotional development of its students, providing a structured environment where young learners can build their foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and citizenship.

As part of the broader Lorain educational community, the school emphasizes a commitment to student success through collaborative teaching practices and community engagement. By integrating traditional curriculum with a supportive school culture, Helen Steiner Rice Elementary strives to prepare its students for the transition to middle school while nurturing a sense of belonging and academic curiosity. The school remains a key component of the local district’s mission to provide equitable learning opportunities for all children in the Lorain area.

For more information, contact Helen Steiner Rice ES at (440) 240-1220 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.