MCGUFFEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

McGuffey Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Newark City school district, located in Newark, OH with about 492 students offering grade levels from 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 26 teachers, McGuffey 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.

McGuffey Elementary School, located at 130 Green Wave Dr in Newark, Ohio, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Newark City Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of essential skills for its primary-level students. By focusing on core subjects such as literacy and mathematics, the school aims to prepare young learners for the challenges of middle school and beyond, while encouraging them to become engaged members of the local community.

In addition to its standard curriculum, McGuffey Elementary places a strong value on community involvement and the partnership between home and school. The school environment is designed to be inclusive and encouraging, often utilizing various extracurricular initiatives or classroom activities to promote character development and teamwork. As part of the Newark educational system, McGuffey leverages district resources to ensure that students have access to the tools necessary for success, striving to create a nurturing space where children feel empowered to reach their full potential.

For more information, contact McGuffey Elementary School at (740) 670-7140 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.