LEOMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Leoma Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lawrence County school district, located in Leoma, TN with about 492 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 31 teachers, Leoma Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Leoma Elementary School, located in the rural community of Leoma, Tennessee, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Lawrence County School System. Dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment, the school focuses on the academic and personal development of its students in the elementary grades. By prioritizing core curriculum standards alongside character education, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond.

The school is deeply integrated into the Leoma community, maintaining a culture that emphasizes family involvement and strong communication between educators and parents. With a commitment to providing a safe and nurturing atmosphere, Leoma Elementary utilizes its facilities and dedicated staff to encourage curiosity, critical thinking, and a sense of belonging. Through various school activities and academic programs, the institution strives to help every child reach their full potential while building a strong educational foundation.

For more information, contact Leoma Elementary at (931) 231-8199 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2612 Hwy 43 South
Leoma, TN 38468
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LEOMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Leoma, TN with about 492 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Tennessee

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Lawrence County
Total Students:
492
Teachers:
31
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
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 492 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending LEOMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 97% of the student body.

White
97.0%
Hispanic/Latino
2.2%
Black or African American
0.8%

Female
47.6%
Male
52.4%

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.