TURNER COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Turner County Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Turner County school district, located in Ashburn, GA with about 615 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 42 teachers, Turner 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.

Turner County Elementary School, located at 705 Hudson Avenue in Ashburn, Georgia, serves as a foundational educational institution for the Turner County School District. As a rural public school, it is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth and the personal development of its young student body. The school serves as a central hub for the community, focusing on building essential literacy, numeracy, and social skills during the critical formative years of elementary education.

The institution prioritizes student success by offering a curriculum designed to meet state standards while addressing the unique needs of the local population. By cultivating a partnership between educators, families, and the wider Ashburn community, Turner County Elementary aims to prepare its students for the transition to middle school and beyond. Through various extracurricular activities and a dedicated teaching staff, the school works to instill a sense of pride and school spirit in its students, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive in a safe and structured academic setting.

For more information, contact Turner County Elementary School at (229) 567-2461 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.