WILLIAM J RAGLIN CENTER

WILLIAM J RAGLIN CENTER is a public elementary school that is part of the Kanawha County Schools school district, located in DUNBAR, WV with about 61 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to Kindergarten. With about 4 teachers, WILLIAM J RAGLIN CENTER 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.

The **William J. Raglin Center**, located at 142 Marshall Avenue in Dunbar, West Virginia, serves as a significant community resource and educational facility. Historically rooted in the heritage of the local community, the center is named in honor of William J. Raglin, a figure recognized for his contributions to the area. Today, the facility functions as a multipurpose hub that supports various educational, recreational, and civic activities designed to foster growth and engagement among Dunbar residents.

Beyond its physical infrastructure, the center acts as a focal point for neighborhood development and social cohesion. By providing a dedicated space for programming that ranges from youth development initiatives to community gatherings, the William J. Raglin Center plays a vital role in addressing the needs of the local population. It remains a cornerstone of the Marshall Avenue area, reflecting the city’s ongoing commitment to providing accessible services and a supportive environment for its citizens.

For more information, contact WILLIAM J RAGLIN CENTER at (304) 766-0378 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

142 MARSHALL AVENUE
DUNBAR, WV 25064
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WILLIAM J RAGLIN CENTER is a public school in DUNBAR, WV with about 61 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in West Virginia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
Total Students:
61
Teachers:
4
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten

* 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.

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School Demographics for 61 students

White
47.5%
Black or African American
36.1%
Two or more races
16.4%

Female
39.3%
Male
60.7%

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.