ELKTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Elkton Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Giles County school district, located in Elkton, TN with about 311 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 24 teachers, Elkton Elementary 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.

Elkton Elementary School, located at 176 College Street in Elkton, Tennessee, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Giles County School District. As a smaller, community-centered school, it focuses on providing a nurturing environment for students in the early stages of their academic journey. The school is committed to fostering core academic growth while emphasizing the importance of a supportive local community in the development of its young learners.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Giles County school system, prioritizing student success through structured classroom instruction and community engagement. By maintaining a focus on fundamental skills and social-emotional development, Elkton Elementary prepares its students for their transition into middle school and beyond. Families looking for more specific information regarding school policies, extracurricular activities, or academic calendars can visit their official district webpage at http://www.giles-lea.giles.k12.tn.us/elk.

For more information, contact Elkton Elementary at (931) 468-2285 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.