PERKERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Perkerson 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 455 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 36 teachers, Perkerson Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Perkerson Elementary School is a public school located in the Perkerson Park neighborhood of Southwest Atlanta. As part of the Atlanta Public Schools (APS) system, the school serves students from Pre-K through 5th grade. The school is situated on a campus that emphasizes community integration, frequently utilizing its proximity to the adjacent Perkerson Park to provide students with outdoor learning experiences, athletic opportunities, and environmental education.

Academically, Perkerson Elementary focuses on providing a foundational education with an emphasis on literacy and numeracy. The school operates under the APS framework, which prioritizes personalized learning and equitable access to resources for its diverse student body. By fostering a supportive environment, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond, while actively encouraging parent and community involvement to strengthen the educational ecosystem of the surrounding Atlanta area.

For more information, contact Perkerson Elementary School at (404) 802-3950 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.