OAKVALE SCHOOL

OAKVALE SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Mercer County Schools school district, located in PRINCETON, WV with about 162 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 14 teachers, OAKVALE SCHOOL 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.

OAKVALE SCHOOL, located at 2503 Goodwins Chapel Road in Princeton, West Virginia, is a public elementary school serving students in Mercer County. As a local educational institution, it is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that focuses on foundational academic skills, social development, and community engagement. The school typically serves students from the surrounding rural and suburban areas of Princeton, emphasizing a curriculum aligned with state educational standards while maintaining a focus on the personal growth of each child.

In addition to its academic programs, OAKVALE SCHOOL plays an active role in the local Princeton community. The school environment is often characterized by a close-knit atmosphere where faculty, staff, and parents collaborate to provide extracurricular opportunities and enrichment activities. By focusing on both academic achievement and character development, OAKVALE SCHOOL strives to prepare its students for their future transitions into middle school and beyond, serving as a central hub for childhood education in its corner of Mercer County.

For more information, contact OAKVALE SCHOOL at (304) 898-3731 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.