DAWSON SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Dawson Springs Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Dawson Springs Independent school district, located in Dawson Springs, KY with about 355 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 23 teachers, Dawson Springs Elementary 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.

Dawson Springs Elementary is a public school located in the small, tight-knit community of Dawson Springs, Kentucky. As part of the Dawson Springs Independent School District, the school serves as a central hub for the town’s youngest learners, fostering a close-knit educational environment where teachers and staff often maintain long-term connections with local families. The school typically emphasizes a traditional elementary curriculum, aiming to provide a solid foundational education in core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while often integrating extracurricular opportunities to support student growth.

In recent years, the school and the surrounding community have shown significant resilience following major natural disasters, such as the 2021 tornadoes that impacted the region. This experience has reinforced the school's role as a vital anchor for the town, highlighting a culture of mutual support and community perseverance. Because it is part of a small, independent district, Dawson Springs Elementary is known for its ability to provide a more personalized approach to student development, prioritizing a safe and nurturing atmosphere that prepares students for the transition to the town's middle and high school levels.

For more information, contact Dawson Springs Elementary at (270) 797-2991 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.