CLENDENIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CLENDENIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Kanawha County Schools school district, located in ELKVIEW, WV with about 280 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 20 teachers, CLENDENIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

CLENDENIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Elkview, West Virginia, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Kanawha County School District. Situated along the Elk River, the school is deeply integrated into the local community, acting as a primary hub for academic development for students in the surrounding area. The school is known for fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core curriculum standards while encouraging social and emotional growth in its students.

Beyond its academic focus, Clendenin Elementary has demonstrated significant resilience and community spirit, particularly in its recovery efforts following the historic West Virginia floods of 2016. The school has worked to maintain a sense of stability and normalcy for its students through various programs and community partnerships. By prioritizing parental involvement and a collaborative teaching approach, the school remains committed to preparing its young learners for success as they transition into the middle school grades.

For more information, contact CLENDENIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (304) 965-5311 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.