TARA OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Tara Oaks Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Collierville school district, located in Collierville, TN with about 686 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 53 teachers, Tara Oaks Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.
Tara Oaks Elementary School, located in Collierville, Tennessee, is a highly regarded public school serving students in the Collierville Schools district. Nestled in a suburban community, the school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and for fostering a supportive, student-centered environment. It serves as a foundational institution within the district, emphasizing strong literacy and numeracy skills while encouraging students to engage in a well-rounded curriculum that includes arts, physical education, and technology integration.
Beyond its academic focus, Tara Oaks is recognized for its vibrant school culture and active parent-teacher involvement. The school community prioritizes character development and collaborative learning, aiming to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond. With a dedicated faculty and a curriculum aligned with state standards, the school strives to provide a safe and inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests, develop critical thinking skills, and build lasting friendships within their community.
For more information, contact Tara Oaks Elementary School at (901) 853-3337 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Collierville, TN 38017
(901) 853-3337
TARA OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Collierville, TN with about 686 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Tennessee
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Collierville
- Total Students:
- 686
- Teachers:
- 53
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 686 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending TARA OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 71% of the student body.
- White
- 70.7%
- Asian
- 11.1%
- Black or African American
- 7.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.2%
- Two or more races
- 5.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 51.3%
- Male
- 48.7%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.