PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Plains Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Rockingham County Public Schools school district, located in Timberville, VA with about 434 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 28 teachers, Plains Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Plains Elementary School, located at 225 American Legion Drive in Timberville, Virginia, is a public school serving students in Rockingham County. As part of the Rockingham County Public Schools district, the school focuses on providing a foundational education for children in the local community, emphasizing academic growth, social-emotional development, and a supportive learning environment.

The school is deeply integrated into the small-town atmosphere of Timberville, serving as a central hub for neighborhood families. It is known for its commitment to fostering early literacy and numeracy skills while offering various extracurricular activities and programs designed to engage students during their formative years. By maintaining a collaborative relationship between teachers, staff, and parents, Plains Elementary aims to prepare its students for a successful transition into middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Plains Elementary at (540) 896-8956 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.