LOCUST FORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Locust Fork Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Blount County school district, located in Locust Fork, AL with about 523 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 29 teachers, Locust Fork Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Locust Fork Elementary School, located in the rural community of Locust Fork, Alabama, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Blount County School District. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with the social and emotional development of its elementary-aged students. By emphasizing core subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science, the school aims to prepare young learners for their transition into the middle and high school levels, while maintaining a strong sense of community typical of a smaller town setting.

Beyond the classroom, Locust Fork Elementary encourages student growth through a variety of extracurricular activities and school-wide initiatives designed to keep families engaged. The school leverages its digital presence to keep parents and guardians informed about academic calendars, district policies, and upcoming events. As part of the broader Blount County system, the school benefits from district resources while remaining focused on the unique needs of the local Locust Fork community, striving to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive space for its students to thrive.

For more information, contact Locust Fork Elementary at (205) 681-9512 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.