HIGHLAND PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Highland Park Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Maury County school district, located in Columbia, TN with about 297 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th 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 28 teachers, Highland Park Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Highland Park Elementary, located at 1606 Highland Avenue in Columbia, Tennessee, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Maury County Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that focuses on the academic, social, and emotional development of its student body. By emphasizing foundational literacy and numeracy skills, the faculty aims to prepare young learners for future success, often utilizing community-focused programming to encourage engagement among students, parents, and local residents.

The campus reflects the historic and community-oriented atmosphere of Columbia, providing a centralized hub for neighborhood families. Like many schools in the district, Highland Park Elementary places a high priority on creating a supportive culture that values diversity and personal growth. Through a combination of rigorous classroom instruction and extracurricular opportunities, the school strives to instill a lifelong love of learning while ensuring that every student has access to the resources and guidance necessary to reach their full potential.

For more information, contact Highland Park Elementary at (931) 388-7325 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.