Wiggin Street Elementary School
215 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
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.
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.
215
Total Students
13.7
Full-Time Teachers
15.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 194 |
| Hispanic | 5 |
| Black | 2 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 12 |
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White194 (90.2 %)
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Two or More12 (5.6 %)
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Hispanic5 (2.3 %)
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Black2 (0.9 %)
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Asian2 (0.9 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Mount Vernon City |
| Phone: | (740)427-4262 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 215 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 13.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
2
Kindergarten
35
Grade 1
31
Grade 2
34
Grade 3
38
Grade 4
41
Grade 5
34
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 2 |
| Kindergarten | 35 |
| Grade 1 | 31 |
| Grade 2 | 34 |
| Grade 3 | 38 |
| Grade 4 | 41 |
| Grade 5 | 34 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 107 | 49.8% |
| Male | 108 | 50.2% |
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