SOUTH HAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
South Haven Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Henderson County school district, located in Lexington, TN with about 354 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 21 teachers, South Haven Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.
South Haven Elementary School, located in Lexington, Tennessee, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Henderson County School District. Situated on Highway 22 A, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for young students in the local community. It focuses on core academic development while emphasizing the importance of character building, school spirit, and active parental involvement to ensure students are prepared for their transition to middle school.
The school’s website serves as a primary hub for communication, offering resources for families such as academic calendars, faculty directories, and information regarding school policies and upcoming events. By maintaining a focus on both instructional quality and community engagement, South Haven Elementary strives to cultivate a positive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best. It remains a central pillar for families in the Lexington area, prioritizing a safe and nurturing educational experience for its elementary-aged population.
For more information, contact South Haven Elementary at (731) 968-6890 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-6890
SOUTH HAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Lexington, TN with about 354 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Tennessee
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Henderson County
- Total Students:
- 354
- Teachers:
- 21
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 354 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending SOUTH HAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 89% of the student body.
- White
- 89.3%
- Black or African American
- 3.7%
- Two or more races
- 3.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- Female
- 48.9%
- Male
- 51.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.