DINGESS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

DINGESS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Mingo County Schools school district, located in DINGESS, WV with about 192 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 13 teachers, DINGESS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 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.

DINGESS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a small, rural public school located in the unincorporated community of Dingess in Mingo County, West Virginia. Serving students in the surrounding area, the school operates under the Mingo County School District. As is common with schools in this region of Appalachia, it serves as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing foundational education for children in its primary grade levels.

The school is situated in a rugged, mountainous area, reflecting the geographic and socioeconomic characteristics of rural West Virginia. Like many schools in the Mingo County system, Dingess Elementary focuses on providing essential academic instruction while navigating the unique challenges associated with remote locations. It maintains a close-knit learning environment where faculty and staff work to support the educational and social development of a small student population.

For more information, contact DINGESS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (304) 752-7036 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.