MERCER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

MERCER ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Mercer County Schools school district, located in PRINCETON, WV with about 343 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade 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 23 teachers, MERCER ELEMENTARY 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.

MERCER ELEMENTARY School, located on Mercer Street in Princeton, West Virginia, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local community. As part of the Mercer County School District, the school is dedicated to providing a supportive and structured environment for students in their formative years. It focuses on delivering core academic instruction while fostering the social and emotional development necessary for young learners to succeed as they transition into higher grade levels.

The school is deeply integrated into the Princeton community, often serving as a hub for local families. With its location in the heart of the city, MERCER ELEMENTARY emphasizes a standard curriculum aligned with state educational goals, often supplemented by efforts to promote inclusivity and student engagement. By maintaining a balance between rigorous classroom learning and extracurricular development, the school strives to prepare its student body for future academic challenges and responsible citizenship.

For more information, contact MERCER ELEMENTARY at (304) 425-3160 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.