TUCKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Tucker Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Houston County school district, located in Perry, GA with about 454 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 29 teachers, Tucker Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Tucker Elementary School, located at 1300 Tucker Rd in Perry, Georgia, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Houston County School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the personal growth of its student body. By integrating standard curriculum requirements with a focus on developing essential life skills, the school aims to prepare its young students for successful transitions into middle school and beyond.

Beyond its academic mission, Tucker Elementary plays an active role in the Perry community, often serving as a hub for local families. The school prides itself on maintaining strong partnerships between teachers, parents, and administrators, which helps create a cohesive educational experience. With a focus on cultivating a positive school culture, Tucker Elementary strives to ensure that every student feels encouraged to explore their interests, build meaningful friendships, and achieve their full potential in a safe and inclusive setting.

For more information, contact Tucker Elementary School at (478) 988-6278 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1300 Tucker Rd
Perry, GA 31069
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TUCKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Perry, GA with about 454 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Houston County
Total Students:
454
Teachers:
29
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 454 students

White
55.7%
Black or African American
35.0%
Two or more races
5.1%
Hispanic/Latino
2.9%
Asian
1.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
53.5%
Male
46.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.