BARROW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Barrow Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Clarke County school district, located in Athens, GA with about 576 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 50 teachers, Barrow Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Barrow Elementary School, located in the historic Five Points neighborhood of Athens, Georgia, is a cornerstone of the Clarke County School District. Serving students from diverse backgrounds, the school is well-regarded for its strong sense of community and its commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment. The school’s location near the University of Georgia often facilitates unique educational partnerships and a vibrant, academically engaged atmosphere that encourages both intellectual curiosity and personal growth among its young students.

Academically, Barrow Elementary places a high emphasis on holistic development, balancing rigorous core curriculum standards with enrichment programs that promote creativity and critical thinking. The school is known for its dedicated teaching staff and active parent-teacher involvement, which help support a variety of extracurricular activities and community-building events. By focusing on the social-emotional well-being of its students alongside traditional academic achievement, Barrow strives to prepare its learners for success in middle school and beyond while maintaining the charm and character of its established Athens neighborhood.

For more information, contact Barrow Elementary School at (706) 543-2676 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.