DODSON BRANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Dodson Branch Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jackson County school district, located in Cookeville, TN with about 281 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 17 teachers, Dodson Branch 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.

Dodson Branch Elementary, located at 16221 Dodson Branch Highway in Cookeville, Tennessee, is a small, rural public school serving students in the Jackson County School District. As a community-focused institution, it provides foundational education for elementary-aged children, emphasizing a close-knit learning environment that reflects the character of the surrounding Dodson Branch area. The school is known for its rural setting, which helps foster a personalized atmosphere where students and faculty often develop strong, long-term connections.

While the school maintains a modest scale, it remains committed to the academic and social development of its student body by offering standard elementary curricula designed to prepare children for middle school. Like many schools in the Jackson County system, Dodson Branch Elementary plays a central role in the lives of local families, acting as a pillar for the neighborhood. It provides a quiet, focused environment for learning, supported by the dedicated staff and parents who contribute to the school’s traditions and daily operations.

For more information, contact Dodson Branch Elementary at (931) 268-0761 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.