FOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Fountain Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Clayton County school district, located in Forest Park, GA with about 668 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 46 teachers, Fountain 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.

Fountain Elementary School, located on West Street in Forest Park, Georgia, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Clayton County Public Schools district. As a primary school, it is committed to fostering academic growth and social-emotional development for students in the surrounding Forest Park community. The school emphasizes creating a supportive environment where students can build a strong academic base in core subjects while participating in activities that encourage character development and personal responsibility.

The school operates as a central hub for the local neighborhood, focusing on preparing students for the transition to middle school through structured curriculum and community engagement. By prioritizing teacher-student collaboration and leveraging district resources, Fountain Elementary aims to address the diverse needs of its student body. Its location in Forest Park places it within a community-oriented setting, where the school works to partner with families to ensure that every student has the tools and encouragement necessary to achieve their potential.

For more information, contact Fountain Elementary School at (404) 362-3875 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.