MISSISSINAWA VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Mississinawa Valley Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Mississinawa Valley Local school district, located in Union City, OH with about 394 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 23 teachers, Mississinawa Valley Elementary School 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.

Mississinawa Valley Elementary School, located in Union City, Ohio, serves as a central hub for primary education within the Mississinawa Valley Local School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and community engagement. By serving a rural population, the school acts as a cornerstone for the local area, striving to provide its students with a strong educational foundation that prepares them for the transition to middle and high school.

The school’s approach typically balances core academic instruction—such as reading, mathematics, and science—with enrichment opportunities designed to help students succeed both inside and outside the classroom. Faculty and staff at Mississinawa Valley prioritize a personalized approach to teaching, aiming to address the unique needs of their students while maintaining a focus on school spirit and community values. Through its location on Staudt Road, the school remains deeply connected to the identity of the Union City community, encouraging family involvement and collaborative efforts to enhance the overall student experience.

For more information, contact Mississinawa Valley Elementary School at (937) 968-4464 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.