DAVID TURNHAM EDUCATION CENTER

David Turnham Education Center is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the North Spencer County Sch Corp school district, located in Dale, IN with about 307 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 20 teachers, David Turnham Education Center 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.

The David Turnham Education Center, located in Dale, Indiana, serves as an integral part of the North Spencer County School Corporation. Historically rooted in the community, the facility primarily functions as an elementary school, dedicated to fostering foundational academic skills and personal development for students in the surrounding area. Its name honors David Turnham, a notable figure in local history who famously provided Abraham Lincoln with his first book, *The Life of George Washington*, during Lincoln’s formative years in Spencer County.

Today, the school maintains a community-focused atmosphere that emphasizes a supportive learning environment for young learners. By balancing traditional educational standards with a commitment to individual student growth, the David Turnham Education Center strives to prepare its students for their future transitions into middle and high school within the North Spencer district. The school remains a point of local pride, reflecting both the historical significance of the region and a continued dedication to modern academic achievement.

For more information, contact David Turnham Education Center at (812) 937-4300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.