KIRKERSVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Kirkersville Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Southwest Licking Local school district, located in Kirkersville, OH with about 625 students offering grade levels from 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 34 teachers, Kirkersville Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Kirkersville Elementary School, located at 215 N Fifth St in Kirkersville, Ohio, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Southwest Licking Local School District. As a small, community-focused school, it provides instruction for students in the primary grade levels, typically emphasizing core curriculum areas such as reading, mathematics, science, and social studies. The school is known for its quiet, rural setting, which aims to foster a supportive and close-knit environment where students can build strong relationships with both their peers and their instructors.

Beyond its academic offerings, Kirkersville Elementary is deeply integrated into the small village of Kirkersville, often acting as a hub for local families. The school prioritizes the social and emotional development of its students, striving to create an inclusive atmosphere that prepares children for the transition to middle school. By maintaining a focus on foundational skills and community values, the school remains a key component of the district's effort to provide quality public education to the students of Licking County.

For more information, contact Kirkersville Elementary School at (740) 927-7281 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.