PARSONS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Parsons Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Decatur County school district, located in Parsons, TN with about 397 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th 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 26 teachers, Parsons 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.

Parsons Elementary School, located at 182 West 4th Street in Parsons, Tennessee, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local community in Decatur County. As a primary school, it focuses on the academic, social, and emotional development of young students, typically covering the early elementary grade levels. The school is integrated into the Decatur County School District and plays a vital role in the town’s educational framework by providing a structured learning environment designed to build core literacy and numeracy skills.

The school is characterized by its small-town setting, which often fosters a tight-knit community atmosphere where faculty, parents, and local stakeholders are closely engaged in student success. Beyond the standard curriculum, Parsons Elementary typically emphasizes foundational character development and student involvement, aiming to prepare children for their subsequent years in the middle and high school levels. By maintaining a focus on personalized attention and community values, the school remains a central pillar for families residing in the Parsons area.

For more information, contact Parsons Elementary at (731) 847-7317 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.