FICKETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Fickett Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Atlanta Public Schools school district, located in Atlanta, GA with about 548 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 39 teachers, Fickett Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Fickett Elementary School, located in the Adamsville neighborhood of southwest Atlanta, is a public school serving students in Pre-Kindergarten through fifth grade as part of the Atlanta Public Schools (APS) district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the holistic development of its students. With a curriculum aligned with state standards, Fickett focuses on building foundational literacy and numeracy skills while integrating technology to prepare students for the demands of a modern classroom.

Beyond academics, Fickett Elementary places a strong emphasis on community involvement and student character development. The school frequently engages parents and local partners to create a collaborative atmosphere that supports student success both inside and outside the classroom. By offering various extracurricular opportunities and social-emotional learning initiatives, the school strives to cultivate a positive school culture where students feel safe, encouraged, and empowered to reach their full potential within the broader Atlanta community.

For more information, contact Fickett Elementary School at (404) 802-7850 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.