JELLICO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jellico Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Campbell County school district, located in Jellico, TN with about 293 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 19 teachers, Jellico Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Jellico Elementary School, located at 551 Sunset Trail in Jellico, Tennessee, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local community within the Campbell County School District. Situated in a small-town setting near the Kentucky border, the school is dedicated to fostering the academic, social, and emotional growth of its students in their early formative years. The campus provides a traditional learning environment focused on building essential literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking skills necessary for future success in middle and high school.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Jellico Elementary plays a vital role in the social fabric of the Jellico community. The school emphasizes character development and strives to create a supportive, inclusive atmosphere for its diverse student body. By partnering with families and local stakeholders, the school aims to provide a stable and encouraging foundation, ensuring that every child has access to the resources and guidance needed to reach their full potential within a close-knit educational community.

For more information, contact Jellico Elementary at (423) 784-6565 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.