DUPONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Dupont Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Hamilton County school district, located in Chattanooga, TN with about 323 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 24 teachers, Dupont Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Dupont Elementary School, located at 4134 Hixson Pike in Chattanooga, Tennessee, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local Hixson community. As part of the Hamilton County School District, the school is dedicated to fostering academic growth and social development for students in their early formative years. The campus is situated in a convenient, well-established corridor of Chattanooga, allowing it to act as a central hub for families residing in the surrounding neighborhoods.

The school is recognized for its commitment to providing a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core curriculum standards while encouraging student engagement. By focusing on a well-rounded educational experience, Dupont Elementary strives to prepare its students for the transition to middle school through collaborative teaching practices and a focus on community involvement. The school maintains a strong identity within the Hixson area, reflecting the values of its suburban setting while working to meet the diverse needs of its student population.

For more information, contact Dupont Elementary at (423) 870-0615 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.