R C WATERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

R C Waters Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Benton Carroll Salem Local school district, located in Oak Harbor, OH with about 422 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 3rd 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 19 teachers, R C Waters Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.

R.C. Waters Elementary School, located in Oak Harbor, Ohio, serves as a foundational educational institution for the Oak Harbor-Rootstown Local School District. Dedicated to the academic and social development of its youngest students, the school focuses on creating a supportive and engaging learning environment. By emphasizing core subjects like literacy and mathematics alongside character-building initiatives, the school aims to prepare its students for a successful transition into middle school and beyond.

Beyond its academic curriculum, R.C. Waters is deeply integrated into the small-town fabric of Oak Harbor. The school is known for fostering a strong sense of community, frequently encouraging parental involvement and collaboration to enhance the student experience. With a commitment to inclusivity and early childhood development, the school strives to provide a safe, nurturing space that helps children build confidence, develop critical thinking skills, and form positive habits that serve as the bedrock for their future education.

For more information, contact R C Waters Elementary School at (419) 898-6219 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.