BEND GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Bend Gate Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Henderson County school district, located in Henderson, KY with about 491 students offering grade levels from 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, Bend Gate 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.

Bend Gate Elementary School, located in Henderson, Kentucky, serves as a foundational academic institution within the Henderson County School District. As a public elementary school, it focuses on providing a comprehensive educational experience for students in the primary grades, emphasizing both core academic subjects and the development of essential social and life skills. The school is deeply integrated into the local Henderson community, functioning as a neighborhood hub that prioritizes student engagement and collaborative learning.

Beyond standard instruction, Bend Gate Elementary is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment tailored to the diverse needs of its student population. The school frequently emphasizes the "Leader in Me" framework or similar character-building initiatives, which aim to instill leadership traits, responsibility, and emotional intelligence in young learners. By balancing a rigorous curriculum with extracurricular opportunities and strong home-school partnerships, Bend Gate strives to prepare its students for a successful transition to middle school while maintaining a focus on individual student growth and academic achievement.

For more information, contact Bend Gate Elementary School at (270) 831-5040 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.