WIGGIN STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Wiggin Street Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Mount Vernon City school district, located in Gambier, OH with about 245 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 13 teachers, Wiggin Street 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.
Wiggin Street Elementary School, located in the village of Gambier, Ohio, serves as a central pillar of its small, tight-knit community. Situated adjacent to the campus of Kenyon College, the school benefits from a unique educational environment that often bridges the gap between local elementary instruction and the academic resources of the nearby college. Known for its intimate setting and commitment to a student-centered curriculum, the school prides itself on fostering a supportive atmosphere where teachers and staff prioritize individualized attention and holistic student growth.
Because of its location within a historic collegiate town, Wiggin Street Elementary often attracts families associated with the university, creating a diverse and intellectually curious student body. The school emphasizes core academic disciplines while also encouraging social-emotional learning and community engagement. By leveraging its scenic location and strong ties to both the local township and the academic community, Wiggin Street provides a distinct educational experience that balances the traditional values of a small-town school with the enriching opportunities afforded by its proximity to higher education.
For more information, contact Wiggin Street Elementary School at (740) 427-4262 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Gambier, OH 43022
(740) 427-4262
WIGGIN STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Gambier, OH with about 245 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Ohio
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Mount Vernon City
- Total Students:
- 245
- Teachers:
- 13.87
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I 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 245 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WIGGIN STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 88% of the student body.
- White
- 88.2%
- Two or more races
- 3.7%
- Asian
- 3.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.3%
- Black or African American
- 1.6%
- Female
- 46.1%
- Male
- 53.9%
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.