ALTAMAHA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Altamaha Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Appling County school district, located in Baxley, GA with about 423 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 26 teachers, Altamaha Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Altamaha Elementary School, located at 344 Altamaha School Rd in Baxley, Georgia, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Appling County School District. As a primary school, it is dedicated to providing a supportive and structured learning environment for young students in the community, focusing on core academic subjects while fostering early social and developmental skills. The school is situated in a rural, close-knit area, which often translates to a community-oriented atmosphere where parental involvement and local support are prioritized to enhance the student experience.

Beyond standard academics, Altamaha Elementary typically emphasizes the cultivation of a positive school culture that encourages curiosity, character development, and academic growth. Like many schools in the Appling County system, it strives to balance traditional classroom instruction with modern educational tools to prepare students for the transition to middle school. By maintaining a focus on foundational literacy and numeracy, the school aims to ensure that its students have the necessary baseline skills to succeed in their future educational endeavors.

For more information, contact Altamaha Elementary School at (912) 367-3713 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.