BAZOLINE E. USHER/COLLIER HEIGHTS ELMENTARY SCHOOL

Bazoline E. Usher/Collier Heights Elmentary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Atlanta Public Schools school district, located in Atlanta, GA with about 440 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 34 teachers, Bazoline E. Usher/Collier Heights Elmentary 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.

Bazoline E. Usher/Collier Heights Elementary School is a public school located in the Collier Heights neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia. Serving students in the Atlanta Public Schools (APS) district, the school is deeply rooted in a community known for its historical significance as one of the first neighborhoods in the United States planned and developed by and for African Americans. The school environment reflects a commitment to the growth and development of its student body, aiming to provide a foundational education that prepares children for success in their middle and high school years.

Academically, the school focuses on creating a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core subjects while integrating character development and community involvement. Like many schools in the Atlanta Public Schools system, it seeks to address the diverse needs of its students through various instructional programs and extracurricular opportunities. By maintaining a connection to the storied legacy of the Collier Heights area, the school strives to foster a sense of pride and academic excellence among its students, staff, and families.

For more information, contact Bazoline E. Usher/Collier Heights Elmentary School at (404) 802-5700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.