CRITTENDEN COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Crittenden County Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Crittenden County school district, located in Marion, KY with about 661 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 40 teachers, Crittenden County Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Crittenden County Elementary School, located at 120 Autumn Lane in Marion, Kentucky, serves as the primary educational facility for younger students within the Crittenden County School District. As a central pillar of the local community, the school is dedicated to fostering both academic excellence and personal growth. The institution focuses on building a strong foundational curriculum in core subjects while emphasizing the development of essential social and emotional skills in a supportive, student-centered environment.

Beyond its academic mission, Crittenden County Elementary plays an active role in the small-town fabric of Marion. The school is known for prioritizing a collaborative culture that encourages partnership between educators, families, and the wider community to ensure student success. By providing a safe and engaging atmosphere, the school strives to prepare its students for their transition to middle school and beyond, instilling the values and knowledge necessary for them to become productive, lifelong learners.

For more information, contact Crittenden County Elementary School at (270) 965-2243 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.