OLD FORGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Old Forge El Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Old Forge SD school district, located in Old Forge, PA with about 503 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 35 teachers, Old Forge El Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Old Forge Elementary School, located at 401 Melmore St in Old Forge, Pennsylvania, serves as a primary educational pillar for the local community as part of the Old Forge School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills, social development, and the emotional well-being of its students in their formative years. By focusing on a well-rounded curriculum, the institution aims to prepare young learners for the rigors of middle and high school while encouraging a sense of community pride and personal growth.

In addition to its academic programs, Old Forge Elementary is characterized by its close-knit atmosphere, which is typical of the smaller, community-centered school districts found in the region. The school strives to maintain strong partnerships between educators, students, and parents to ensure that every child receives individualized attention. Through its commitment to excellence and its emphasis on traditional values paired with modern educational practices, the school works to ensure that all students have the resources necessary to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact Old Forge El Sch at (570) 457-8391 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.