EAKIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Eakin Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Bedford County school district, located in Shelbyville, TN with about 682 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 51 teachers, Eakin Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Eakin Elementary School, located at 1100 Glenoaks Road in Shelbyville, Tennessee, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Bedford County School District. As a public elementary school, it is dedicated to providing a supportive and structured learning environment for children in the local community. The school emphasizes core academic instruction while fostering social and emotional growth, aiming to prepare students for success as they transition into middle school.

The school is deeply integrated into the Shelbyville area, serving as a hub for local families and participating in district-wide initiatives to enhance educational outcomes. Eakin Elementary focuses on maintaining a safe, inclusive atmosphere that encourages student engagement and parent-teacher collaboration. By utilizing a variety of instructional resources and community-supported programs, the school strives to meet the diverse needs of its student population and promote a strong sense of pride and academic achievement among its learners.

For more information, contact Eakin Elementary at (931) 684-7852 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.