KATHERINE THOMAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Katherine Thomas Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Windham Exempted Village school district, located in Windham, OH with about 203 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 15 teachers, Katherine Thomas Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Katherine Thomas Elementary School, located in the rural community of Windham, Ohio, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Windham Exempted Village School District. Situated on Maple Grove Road, the school focuses on providing core academic instruction to students in the early stages of their development, fostering a learning environment that emphasizes literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional growth. As a key part of a small, close-knit district, the school benefits from a community-oriented approach where educators, staff, and families work collaboratively to support student success and local engagement.

The school is characterized by its dedication to meeting the diverse needs of its student body through personalized attention and district-wide initiatives. By maintaining a smaller scale, Katherine Thomas Elementary is able to cultivate a supportive atmosphere that prioritizes student well-being and consistent academic progress. The institution plays a vital role in the Windham community, serving not only as a place of academic preparation but also as a hub for community development and the early cultivation of student character and citizenship.

For more information, contact Katherine Thomas Elementary School at (330) 326-9800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.