HARDING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Harding Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Youngstown City school district, located in Youngstown, OH with about 378 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 30 teachers, Harding Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Harding Elementary School, located on Cordova Avenue in Youngstown, Ohio, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Youngstown City School District. The school is committed to fostering academic growth and personal development for students in the surrounding community, operating with a focus on building essential literacy, numeracy, and social skills during the formative primary school years. Like many schools in the district, Harding emphasizes a supportive learning environment designed to meet the diverse needs of its student population while preparing them for transition to middle school.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Harding Elementary serves as a vital neighborhood anchor, playing a key role in the daily lives of families in the 44504 area. The school focuses on creating a structured and inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage with both their peers and teachers. By leveraging district-wide resources and community partnerships, the school strives to overcome local educational challenges and ensure that each student has the opportunity to succeed in a changing urban environment.

For more information, contact Harding Elementary School at (330) 744-7517 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.