POTTER STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Potter Street Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Decatur County school district, located in Bainbridge, GA with about 323 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th 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 22 teachers, Potter Street 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.

Potter Street Elementary School, located in Bainbridge, Georgia, operates under the Decatur County School District. Serving a diverse student population, the school focuses on building a strong academic foundation for children in the early stages of their education. The school's mission is generally centered on fostering a supportive, safe, and engaging learning environment that promotes both intellectual growth and character development among its students.

The school utilizes a curriculum aligned with Georgia state standards, emphasizing core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. Beyond the classroom, Potter Street Elementary aims to involve the local community and families to ensure student success. By providing various resources and extracurricular opportunities, the institution strives to prepare its students for the transition to middle school and beyond, emphasizing the development of critical thinking skills and positive social habits.

For more information, contact Potter Street Elementary School at (229) 248-2253 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.