CALHOUN COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Calhoun County Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Calhoun County school district, located in Arlington, GA with about 276 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 19 teachers, Calhoun County 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.

Calhoun County Elementary School, located in Arlington, Georgia, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Calhoun County School District. As a rural public school, it is dedicated to providing core academic instruction to students in the local community, focusing on building essential literacy, numeracy, and social skills during their formative years. The school operates under the broader mission of the Calhoun County School System, which emphasizes student achievement, personal growth, and preparing children for success as they transition to the district's middle and high school levels.

The school functions as a community hub, reflecting the values and needs of the Arlington area. Through its integration with the district’s central administration, the elementary school works to provide a structured learning environment that balances state-mandated curriculum standards with the unique support necessary for students in a smaller, rural setting. For families and community members, the school serves as the primary point of academic development, fostering a supportive atmosphere intended to encourage student engagement and long-term educational attainment.

For more information, contact Calhoun County Elementary School at (229) 213-0147 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.