THELMA BARKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Thelma Barker Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Madison County school district, located in Jackson, TN with about 776 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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 49 teachers, Thelma Barker 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.

Thelma Barker Elementary, located at 1470 Ashport Road in Jackson, Tennessee, is a public school operating under the Jackson-Madison County School System (JMCSS). The school serves students in the local community with a focus on providing a foundational education in a supportive and structured environment. As part of the larger district, the school adheres to the academic standards and initiatives set forth by the JMCSS to ensure that students develop essential literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skills during their primary years.

The school is characterized by its dedication to student growth and community engagement. By utilizing the resources and curriculum frameworks provided by the Jackson-Madison County School System, Thelma Barker Elementary aims to prepare its students for the transition to middle school and beyond. Families and community members can stay informed about the school’s academic calendar, district policies, and extracurricular opportunities through the official JMCSS school portal, which serves as a central hub for school-home communication and administrative updates.

For more information, contact Thelma Barker Elementary at (731) 668-8831 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.