EAST SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

East Side Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Bedford County school district, located in Shelbyville, TN with about 444 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 31 teachers, East Side Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Based on the information associated with the provided web address, here is a summary of East Side Elementary School:

East Side Elementary is a public school located in Shelbyville, Tennessee, serving students within the Bedford County School District. As a foundational educational institution in the local community, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive primary education that fosters both academic growth and social development. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state standards, aiming to prepare young learners for future success by emphasizing core subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science within a supportive classroom environment.

Beyond standard academics, East Side Elementary strives to be an active part of the Shelbyville community. The school encourages parental involvement and maintains a focus on creating a safe, inclusive atmosphere where students are motivated to achieve their potential. Through various school-wide initiatives and the dedicated efforts of its faculty, East Side Elementary aims to build a strong educational foundation for its student body, ensuring they are well-prepared for their transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact East Side Elementary at (931) 684-7112 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

421 Elliott ST
Shelbyville, TN 37160
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EAST SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Shelbyville, TN with about 444 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Tennessee

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Bedford County
Total Students:
444
Teachers:
31
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 444 students

White
40.5%
Hispanic/Latino
39.4%
Black or African American
11.7%
Two or more races
8.1%
Asian
0.2%

Female
49.3%
Male
50.7%

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.