CALHOUN PRIMARY SCHOOL

Calhoun Primary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Calhoun City school district, located in Calhoun, GA with about 1,002 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd 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 49 teachers, Calhoun Primary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

Calhoun Primary School, located at 102 Raymond King Drive in Calhoun, Georgia, serves as a foundational institution within the Calhoun City School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging environment for the district’s youngest learners, typically focusing on pre-kindergarten through second-grade education. By prioritizing early childhood development, the school emphasizes the importance of building strong academic, social, and emotional skills during these formative years to prepare students for future success in the Calhoun City school system.

As part of a "district of choice," Calhoun Primary is committed to academic excellence and innovation, often utilizing technology and research-based curricula to meet the diverse needs of its student body. The school benefits from the close-knit atmosphere of the Calhoun community, encouraging active parental involvement and partnerships to enhance the educational experience. Through a focus on literacy, numeracy, and character development, the institution aims to create a nurturing space where every child is challenged to grow and thrive in a safe, collaborative environment.

For more information, contact Calhoun Primary School at (706) 629-8323 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.