WELLS ACADEMY

Wells Academy is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Steubenville City school district, located in Steubenville, OH with about 308 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 18 teachers, Wells Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Wells Academy, located at 420 N 4th St in Steubenville, Ohio, is a public elementary school serving students in the Steubenville City School District. The school is known for its commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core academic skills, including literacy and mathematics. With a focus on preparing students for future educational success, the academy integrates traditional instruction with programs designed to encourage character development and student engagement.

Beyond the classroom, Wells Academy plays an active role in the local Steubenville community, often participating in regional initiatives and fostering partnerships that support student growth. The school prioritizes a sense of community among its staff, students, and families, aiming to create a foundation for lifelong learning. By focusing on both academic achievement and social-emotional development, the school strives to provide a well-rounded educational experience for its diverse student population.

For more information, contact Wells Academy at (740) 282-1651 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

420 N 4th St
Steubenville, OH 43952-2022
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WELLS ACADEMY is a public Title I school in Steubenville, OH with about 308 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Ohio

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Steubenville City
Total Students:
308
Teachers:
18
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 308 students

White
65.3%
Black or African American
21.4%
Two or more races
10.1%
Asian
1.9%
Hispanic/Latino
1.0%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
55.2%
Male
44.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.