GEARY ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL

GEARY ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Roane County Schools school district, located in LEFT HAND, WV with about 285 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 26 teachers, GEARY ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

GEARY ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL, located in Left Hand, West Virginia, serves as a focal point for the rural community of Roane County. As a combined-grade facility, the school provides an educational environment that bridges the gap between early childhood development and the transition to high school, typically serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Its location on Clay Road places it centrally within the community, functioning as a vital institution for local families.

Academically and socially, the school is characterized by its small-town atmosphere, which allows for smaller class sizes and a more personalized approach to student learning. Being a rural K-8 school, Geary emphasizes foundational academic skills while fostering a close-knit school culture where students often benefit from long-term relationships with their teachers and peers. The school remains an essential part of the Roane County School District, striving to provide its students with the necessary resources and support to succeed before they move on to their secondary education.

For more information, contact GEARY ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL at (304) 565-3721 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.