GIHON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

GIHON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the Wood County Schools school district, located in PARKERSBURG, WV with about 337 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 21 teachers, GIHON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

GIHON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in Parkersburg, West Virginia, serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. As part of the Wood County School District, it operates with a commitment to providing a foundational academic experience for children in the local community. The school is situated in a residential area on Belmont Road, positioning it as a neighborhood-focused institution that emphasizes early childhood development and essential core subjects like reading, mathematics, and science.

In addition to its standard academic curriculum, Gihon Elementary typically offers a variety of support services and extracurricular opportunities designed to foster student growth. The school is characterized by its efforts to maintain a supportive learning environment, often involving parental engagement and community partnerships to enhance the student experience. Like many schools in the region, Gihon strives to balance rigorous educational standards with the social and emotional development necessary for elementary-aged children to succeed as they transition into middle school.

For more information, contact GIHON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (304) 420-9539 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.