BESSIE WELLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Bessie Weller Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Staunton City Public Schools school district, located in Staunton, VA with about 380 students offering grade levels from 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 30 teachers, Bessie Weller 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.

Bessie Weller Elementary School, located in Staunton, Virginia, serves as a central hub for early childhood education within the Staunton City Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students in the primary grades are encouraged to develop both academically and socially. With a commitment to meeting the diverse needs of its student body, the school focuses on building a strong educational foundation through a combination of rigorous curriculum standards, dedicated instruction, and community engagement.

Beyond academics, the school emphasizes the importance of character development and the partnership between home and school. By leveraging resources from the broader Staunton community and maintaining a focus on individual student growth, Bessie Weller Elementary strives to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond. The school’s administration and faculty work collaboratively to ensure that the campus remains a safe, welcoming, and enriching space for children to explore their interests and reach their full potential.

For more information, contact Bessie Weller Elementary at (540) 332-3940 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.