WORTHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

WORTHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Wood County Schools school district, located in PARKERSBURG, WV with about 209 students offering grade levels from 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 18 teachers, WORTHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

WORTHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in Parkersburg, West Virginia, serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. Part of the Wood County School District, the school is situated in a residential area and functions as a primary educational anchor for the local community. It typically provides a traditional elementary curriculum focused on foundational literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while often incorporating state-mandated academic standards to prepare students for middle school transitions.

Beyond core academics, the school emphasizes a supportive learning environment designed to foster social and emotional development among its students. Like many elementary schools in the Wood County system, Worthington seeks to engage families through community-focused initiatives and activities. The school facilities are designed to accommodate a diverse student body, offering various resources and support services to ensure that children from the surrounding Parkersburg neighborhoods have access to a structured and comprehensive primary education.

For more information, contact WORTHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (304) 420-9660 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.