MARY C. SNOW WEST SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

MARY C. SNOW WEST SIDE ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Kanawha County Schools school district, located in CHARLESTON, WV with about 396 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 36 teachers, MARY C. SNOW WEST SIDE ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

MARY C. SNOW WEST SIDE ELEMENTARY, located at 100 Florida Street in Charleston, West Virginia, serves as a cornerstone of educational development for the local community. Operating under the jurisdiction of the West Virginia Department of Education, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes academic growth, social-emotional learning, and foundational literacy and numeracy skills for its elementary-aged students. Its mission reflects the state’s commitment to providing equitable access to quality education, ensuring that children in the Charleston area are prepared for the transition to middle school and beyond.

As a public institution, the school functions as a hub for both students and the surrounding West Side neighborhood. It emphasizes a structured curriculum aligned with state academic standards, while often incorporating community-focused initiatives to support diverse student needs. By leveraging resources provided through the West Virginia Department of Education, MARY C. SNOW WEST SIDE ELEMENTARY aims to cultivate a supportive learning atmosphere that encourages student engagement and long-term academic success.

For more information, contact MARY C. SNOW WEST SIDE ELEMENTARY at (304) 348-1902 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.