WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
West Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Vinton County Local school district, located in Mc Arthur, OH with about 314 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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, West Elementary 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.
West Elementary, located at 57710 US Highway 50 in McArthur, Ohio, is a vital educational institution serving the Vinton County Local School District. As a primary school, it focuses on providing a foundational learning environment for the community's youngest students, emphasizing core academic skills and social-emotional development. The school is situated in a rural setting, acting as a central hub for families in the McArthur area and striving to foster a supportive atmosphere that encourages student growth and engagement.
Beyond its academic curriculum, West Elementary is committed to preparing students for their future educational transitions within the Vinton County district. The school emphasizes a community-oriented approach, often hosting local events and initiatives that involve parents and neighborhood residents. By maintaining a focus on personalized instruction and local values, West Elementary plays a key role in the long-term educational success of children in Vinton County.
For more information, contact West Elementary at (740) 596-5236 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Mc Arthur, OH 45651-8859
(740) 596-5236
WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Mc Arthur, OH with about 314 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Ohio
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Vinton County Local
- Total Students:
- 314
- Teachers:
- 23.8
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 314 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 97% of the student body.
- White
- 97.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 1.3%
- Two or more races
- 1.0%
- Black or African American
- 0.6%
- Female
- 51.3%
- Male
- 48.7%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.