West Park Elementary School in Ravenna to close permanently due to declining district enrollment
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RAVENNA, Ohio (WJW) — West Park Elementary School, 1071 Jones Ave, is closing at the end of this school year.
It's part of a district-wide consolidation plan spurred by declining enrollment, according to a Monday notice from Ravenna City Schools.
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A message sent to district families and posted to the district's Facebook page called it a 'tough decision' intended to maximize resources for students and maintain the district's educational standard:
While this is not a decision we take lightly, it is necessary in order to ensure that the district is able to manage its resources wisely and contribute to the overall financial health of the Ravenna School District. We are committed to being fiscally responsible and supporting our community by making decisions that align with the long-term success of all of our schools.
We understand that this news may bring up a range of emotions, and we want to ensure that you have the support and information you need as we move forward. We will be providing updates in the coming weeks to answer any questions and provide further details about the consolidation plan and how it will impact students, staff and families.
We are deeply grateful for the dedication and sense of community that West Park School has fostered over the years. This is a challenging time for all of us, but we remain focused on providing the best educational experience for all of our students.
Thank you for your understanding and support as we navigate these changes together.
Statement from Ravenna City School District
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Students who would have attended West Park for the 2025-26 school year will instead be enrolled in Willyard Elementary School, 680 Summit St.
The school's kindergarten is expected to remain an all-day program.
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