GHENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

GHENT ELEMENTARY is a public elementary school that is part of the Raleigh County Schools school district, located in GHENT, WV with about 239 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 18 teachers, GHENT ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

GHENT ELEMENTARY School is a public school located in the rural community of Ghent, West Virginia, serving students in Raleigh County. As a primary educational institution, it focuses on providing a foundational learning environment for children in the surrounding area, typically encompassing grades Pre-K through 5. The school functions as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing core academic instruction while fostering a supportive atmosphere intended to promote early childhood development and student engagement.

Like many schools in the Raleigh County school district, GHENT ELEMENTARY prioritizes a curriculum aligned with state standards, balancing traditional classroom instruction with extracurricular opportunities. The school is situated on Flat Top Road, reflecting its role as a local educational resource for families living in the mountainous region of southern West Virginia. It generally maintains a small-school culture, which allows for closer collaboration between teachers, students, and parents to support the academic and social growth of the student body.

For more information, contact GHENT ELEMENTARY at (304) 787-3631 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.