POPE SCHOOL

Pope School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Madison County school district, located in Jackson, TN with about 621 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 34 teachers, Pope School 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.

Pope Elementary School, located at 1071 Old Humboldt Road in Jackson, Tennessee, is a public school operating under the jurisdiction of the Jackson-Madison County School System (JMCSS). Serving a diverse population of elementary-aged students, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and community engagement. As part of the larger JMCSS district, Pope Elementary aligns its curriculum and extracurricular programs with state standards to ensure students are well-prepared for their transition to middle school.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Pope Elementary focuses on creating a well-rounded educational experience that encourages student participation and family involvement. The school utilizes the district’s resources to provide technology-integrated classrooms and various support services aimed at meeting the unique needs of its student body. For parents and community members, the school serves as a central hub for neighborhood activities and communication, providing regular updates through its official website regarding school policies, academic calendars, and district-wide initiatives.

For more information, contact Pope School at (731) 668-0350 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1071 Old Humboldt RD
Jackson, TN 38305
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POPE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Jackson, TN with about 621 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Tennessee

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Madison County
Total Students:
621
Teachers:
34.6
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th 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 621 students

Black or African American
51.5%
White
38.0%
Hispanic/Latino
4.3%
Asian
3.7%
Two or more races
2.4%

Female
48.8%
Male
51.2%

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.