West Marion Elementary School
400 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
West Marion Elementary School, located in Loretto, Kentucky, serves as a foundational academic institution within the Marion County Public Schools district. Dedicated to the development of its youngest learners, the school emphasizes a supportive and community-focused environment where students are encouraged to achieve both academic excellence and personal growth. By fostering strong partnerships between faculty, parents, and the local community, West Marion strives to create a well-rounded educational experience that prepares students for the challenges of middle school and beyond.
The school is characterized by its commitment to student-centered instruction, utilizing a blend of traditional classroom learning and modern educational resources to meet diverse student needs. In addition to a robust core curriculum, West Marion Elementary often integrates extracurricular activities and character-building initiatives to ensure students develop essential social-emotional skills. As a vital pillar of the Loretto community, the school remains focused on cultivating a safe, inclusive, and engaging atmosphere that inspires a lifelong passion for learning in every child.
The school is characterized by its commitment to student-centered instruction, utilizing a blend of traditional classroom learning and modern educational resources to meet diverse student needs. In addition to a robust core curriculum, West Marion Elementary often integrates extracurricular activities and character-building initiatives to ensure students develop essential social-emotional skills. As a vital pillar of the Loretto community, the school remains focused on cultivating a safe, inclusive, and engaging atmosphere that inspires a lifelong passion for learning in every child.
400
Total Students
25.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
52.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 373 |
| Hispanic | 11 |
| Black | 4 |
| Two or More | 12 |
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White373 (93.2%)
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Two or More12 (3.0%)
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Hispanic11 (2.8%)
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Black4 (1.0%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Marion County |
| Phone: | (270)699-4320 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 400 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 25.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 193 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 17 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
38
Kindergarten
56
Grade 1
53
Grade 2
60
Grade 3
76
Grade 4
67
Grade 5
50
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 38 |
| Kindergarten | 56 |
| Grade 1 | 53 |
| Grade 2 | 60 |
| Grade 3 | 76 |
| Grade 4 | 67 |
| Grade 5 | 50 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 186 | 46.5% |
| Male | 214 | 53.5% |
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