BESS T SHEPHERD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Bess T Shepherd Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Hamilton County school district, located in Chattanooga, TN with about 535 students offering grade levels from 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 36 teachers, Bess T Shepherd 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.

Bess T. Shepherd Elementary School, located on Tyner Road in Chattanooga, Tennessee, is a public elementary school serving students in the Hamilton County School District. The school is situated in a suburban area of East Chattanooga, providing educational services to a diverse student body from the surrounding community. As part of the Hamilton County system, the school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core academic standards while encouraging social and emotional growth among its elementary-age students.

The school is well-regarded for its focus on building strong foundations in literacy and mathematics, often utilizing community-based partnerships to enhance the student experience. With a mission centered on preparing children for future academic success, Bess T. Shepherd focuses on providing a structured curriculum combined with extracurricular opportunities that promote well-rounded development. Its location near major regional arteries makes it an accessible hub for local families, and the school remains an active participant in the broader Chattanooga educational landscape.

For more information, contact Bess T Shepherd Elementary at (423) 855-2611 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.