THOREAU PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Thoreau Park Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Parma City school district, located in Parma, OH with about 404 students offering grade levels from 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 25 teachers, Thoreau Park Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Thoreau Park Elementary School, located in Parma, Ohio, is a public school serving students in grades PK–4 as part of the Parma City School District. The school is known for fostering a supportive educational environment that emphasizes core academic fundamentals while encouraging student engagement. With its focus on the early childhood and elementary years, Thoreau Park works to build a strong foundational base for literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development, preparing its students for success as they transition into the upper elementary and middle school levels.

The school is deeply integrated into the local Parma community, often serving as a central hub for neighborhood families. Like many schools in the Parma City School District, Thoreau Park utilizes a curriculum aligned with Ohio state standards and often incorporates extracurricular activities and family-focused events to promote a well-rounded school culture. The facility at W 54th St provides a traditional learning setting where faculty and staff prioritize inclusivity and individualized attention to meet the diverse needs of their student population.

For more information, contact Thoreau Park Elementary School at (440) 885-2352 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.