ATHENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

ATHENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the Mercer County Schools school district, located in ATHENS, WV with about 290 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 17 teachers, ATHENS 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.

ATHENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public primary educational institution located in the small, historic town of Athens, West Virginia. Serving the local community in Mercer County, the school provides foundational education for students in the early grades. Its location on South State Street places it at the heart of the town, near Concord University, which often fosters a unique, education-focused environment for the families living in the area.

As a staple of the Athens community, the school focuses on creating a supportive and nurturing learning environment tailored to the developmental needs of young children. While it operates within the broader Mercer County Schools district, Athens Elementary is known for maintaining a close-knit atmosphere where staff, students, and parents work collaboratively to promote academic growth and character development. The school serves as a primary hub for local families, emphasizing basic literacy, numeracy, and social skills to prepare students for their future academic journeys.

For more information, contact ATHENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (304) 384-9229 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.