CALLAGHAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Callaghan Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Alleghany Highlands Public Schools school district, located in Covington, VA with about 205 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 17 teachers, Callaghan Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Callaghan Elementary School is a public primary school located in Covington, Virginia, serving the educational needs of the local Alleghany Highlands community. As part of the Alleghany Highlands Public Schools district, the institution is committed to providing a supportive and structured learning environment that focuses on foundational academic skills, personal growth, and community engagement for its elementary-aged students.

The school emphasizes a collaborative approach to education, partnering with families and the broader Covington community to ensure student success. By maintaining a focus on core subjects and fostering a positive school climate, Callaghan Elementary aims to prepare its students for their transition to secondary education while encouraging them to become active and responsible members of their school community.

For more information, contact Callaghan Elementary at (540) 965-1810 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.