BUCKHANNON ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

BUCKHANNON ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Upshur County Schools school district, located in BUCKHANNON, WV with about 554 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 35 teachers, BUCKHANNON ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

BUCKHANNON ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 16 College Avenue in Buckhannon, West Virginia, serves as a primary educational institution within the Upshur County School District. Situated in the heart of the community, the school is deeply integrated into the local area, often benefiting from its proximity to West Virginia Wesleyan College. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills while promoting the social and emotional development of its elementary-aged students.

As a cornerstone of the Buckhannon community, the academy focuses on creating a positive school culture characterized by active parent involvement and a commitment to student achievement. The faculty and staff strive to implement a well-rounded curriculum that prepares students for success in middle school and beyond. By balancing traditional classroom instruction with extracurricular engagement, Buckhannon Academy aims to cultivate a sense of school spirit and academic curiosity, ensuring that every child receives the support necessary to thrive in a small-town educational setting.

For more information, contact BUCKHANNON ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (304) 472-3310 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.