TATUM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

TATUM ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the TATUM school district, located in TATUM, NM with about 179 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 10 teachers, TATUM ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

TATUM ELEMENTARY School is located in the small, rural community of Tatum, New Mexico, serving as the primary educational facility for the town's youngest students. As part of the Tatum Municipal School District, the school functions as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing a close-knit environment where staff, students, and families work collaboratively to support academic growth and personal development. Its location on West 3rd Street places it in the heart of the community, reflecting the district’s commitment to providing accessible, localized education to residents of Lea County.

Academically, TATUM ELEMENTARY focuses on building a strong foundational curriculum for students in their early formative years. The school is known for its small-town atmosphere, which allows for smaller class sizes and more personalized attention from educators. By fostering a supportive and safe learning environment, the school aims to prepare its students for the transition to secondary education while promoting values of citizenship and community involvement that are characteristic of the Tatum region.

For more information, contact TATUM ELEMENTARY at (505) 398-4455 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.