MOUNTAIN CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Mountain City Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Johnson County school district, located in Mountain City, TN with about 490 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 27 teachers, Mountain City Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Mountain City Elementary School, located in the heart of Mountain City, Tennessee, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local community. Situated on Donnelly Street, the school is committed to fostering an environment that prioritizes academic growth, character development, and a supportive atmosphere for its young learners. As part of the Johnson County School District, the school emphasizes traditional elementary education while integrating modern resources to help students build the essential skills needed for their future academic endeavors.

Beyond the classroom, Mountain City Elementary is deeply integrated into the culture of its small-town setting, often serving as a focal point for community engagement and parent involvement. The school focuses on creating a safe and nurturing space where faculty and staff collaborate to meet the diverse needs of their students. By balancing structured learning with extracurricular opportunities, the school strives to prepare children not only for middle school success but also to become responsible and active members of the Mountain City community.

For more information, contact Mountain City Elementary at (423) 727-2621 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.