BLACK RIVER EDUCATION CENTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Black River Education Center Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Black River Local school district, located in Sullivan, OH with about 534 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 28 teachers, Black River Education Center 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.

Black River Education Center Elementary School, located in Sullivan, Ohio, serves as a key component of the Black River Local School District. As a rural district school, it focuses on providing a foundational education for students in the surrounding community, emphasizing academic development, social growth, and the cultivation of a supportive learning environment. The school typically follows the Ohio state curriculum standards, aiming to prepare young students for middle school through a blend of core academic subjects and extracurricular opportunities.

The facility at 257 County Road 40 is part of a broader educational campus that reflects the district’s commitment to serving its students across grade levels. By fostering a close-knit school culture, Black River Elementary strives to maintain strong partnerships between educators, students, and parents. The school is generally recognized for its efforts to integrate technology into the classroom while maintaining a focus on traditional educational values, ensuring that students in the Sullivan area receive a well-rounded academic start.

For more information, contact Black River Education Center Elementary School at (419) 736-2161 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.