PETERSBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PETERSBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Grant County Schools school district, located in PETERSBURG, WV with about 657 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 38 teachers, PETERSBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

PETERSBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 333 Rig Street in Petersburg, West Virginia, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local community in Grant County. As a primary school, it is dedicated to fostering the academic, social, and emotional development of its students, typically ranging from pre-kindergarten through the early elementary grades. The school plays a central role in the town of Petersburg, providing a structured environment where young learners are introduced to core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while also emphasizing character development and community values.

The school is part of the Grant County Schools district and reflects the community-oriented spirit typical of rural West Virginia. By providing a safe and supportive atmosphere, Petersburg Elementary focuses on preparing students for their future academic journeys while encouraging a love for learning. Through its faculty and administrative leadership, the institution works to maintain local educational standards, ensuring that children in the Petersburg area receive the necessary resources and instruction to succeed as they transition into middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact PETERSBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (304) 257-1110 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.