WISE PRIMARY SCHOOL
Wise Primary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Wise County Public Schools school district, located in Wise, VA with about 675 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th 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 42 teachers, Wise Primary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.
Wise Primary School, located at 323 Railroad Ave SE in Wise, Virginia, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Wise County Public Schools district. Dedicated to the academic and personal development of its youngest students, the school focuses on creating a supportive learning environment that emphasizes literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional growth. By providing a structured curriculum tailored to primary-age children, the school aims to build a strong educational baseline that prepares students for success as they transition into higher grade levels within the district.
Beyond its core academic offerings, Wise Primary School is deeply integrated into the local Wise community, reflecting the values and spirit of Southwest Virginia. The school emphasizes a partnership between educators, families, and the community to foster a well-rounded experience for every child. With a commitment to inclusivity and student engagement, the administration and faculty work to maintain a safe, welcoming atmosphere where early learners can develop the curiosity and confidence necessary for lifelong learning.
For more information, contact Wise Primary at (276) 328-8019 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Wise, VA 24293
(276) 328-8019
WISE PRIMARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Wise, VA with about 675 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Wise County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 675
- Teachers:
- 42.8
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 675 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WISE PRIMARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 94% of the student body.
- White
- 94.4%
- Black or African American
- 2.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 1.6%
- Two or more races
- 0.9%
- Asian
- 0.7%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 49.3%
- Male
- 50.7%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.