LARA KENDALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Lara Kendall Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lake County school district, located in Ridgely, TN with about 361 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 29 teachers, Lara Kendall Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Lara Kendall Elementary School is a public school located in Ridgely, Tennessee, serving as a core educational institution within the Lake County School District. Situated at 200 College Street, the school focuses on providing foundational academic instruction to students in the local community, emphasizing core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. As a smaller community school, it plays a vital role in the social and intellectual development of children in the Ridgely area.

Like many schools in the region, Lara Kendall Elementary strives to foster a supportive learning environment that encourages student growth and community engagement. The school typically works to meet state academic standards while addressing the diverse needs of its student population. By maintaining a localized presence, the school facilitates strong connections between educators, families, and the town of Ridgely, helping to create a stable educational environment for its elementary-aged learners.

For more information, contact Lara Kendall Elementary at (731) 264-5586 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.