POWERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Powers Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Amherst Exempted Village school district, located in Amherst, OH with about 749 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 39 teachers, Powers Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Powers Elementary School, located at 401 Washington St in Amherst, Ohio, is a key component of the Amherst Exempted Village School District. Serving the local community, the school focuses on providing a foundational academic experience for young learners, typically catering to students in the primary grade levels. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging educational environment that emphasizes both intellectual growth and social-emotional development.

As part of the Amherst school system, Powers Elementary benefits from the district’s broader commitment to academic excellence and student achievement. The school utilizes the district’s resources and curriculum standards to prepare students for success as they transition to intermediate and middle school levels. For families interested in enrollment, school policies, or community events, the district website at [amherstk12.org](http://www.amherstk12.org) serves as the primary hub for administrative information and updates regarding the school's programs.

For more information, contact Powers Elementary School at (440) 988-8670 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.