Pugliese Elementary West

Pugliese Elementary West serves 473 students from pre-kindergarten through fourth grade in Steubenville, Ohio, delivering exceptional academic results that place it among the state's top-performing elementary schools. With a student-teacher ratio of 19.7:1 and 24 full-time equivalent teachers, the school has earned an impressive 7.8 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranks #169 out of 3,468 Ohio schools, placing it in the 95th percentile statewide. The school's academic achievements are particularly noteworthy, with 96% of students scoring proficient or above in English Language Arts and reading, while 94% reach proficiency in mathematics.

These outstanding results demonstrate the school's commitment to educational excellence and effective instruction across all grade levels. Located on John Scott Highway Connector in Jefferson County, Pugliese Elementary West serves a diverse community where the median household income is $43,153 and median home values average $119,700. The surrounding neighborhood reflects a working-class area, with 24% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a poverty rate of 26.4%, making the school's high academic performance especially impressive given the economic challenges some families face.

The school operates within Steubenville's small city environment, providing students with a close-knit educational community that clearly prioritizes academic achievement and student success.