BETHEL SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Bethel Springs Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the McNairy County school district, located in Bethel Springs, TN with about 496 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 34 teachers, Bethel Springs Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Bethel Springs Elementary is a public school located in the small town of Bethel Springs, Tennessee, serving as part of the McNairy County School District. As a foundational educational institution for the local community, the school focuses on providing a supportive environment for students in the elementary grades, emphasizing fundamental academic skills and personal development. The school’s rural setting allows for a close-knit community atmosphere where faculty, staff, and families work collaboratively to foster student success.

Academically, the school follows the curriculum standards set forth by the McNairy County School District, aiming to prepare students for the transition to middle school and beyond. In addition to core subjects, the school often participates in district-wide initiatives and community-based events that help enrich the student experience. By maintaining its official website, the school provides a centralized hub for parents and guardians to access information regarding school policies, calendars, and educational resources, ensuring clear communication within the Bethel Springs community.

For more information, contact Bethel Springs Elementary at (731) 934-7288 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

4733 Main
Bethel Springs, TN 38315
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BETHEL SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Bethel Springs, TN with about 496 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Tennessee

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
McNairy County
Total Students:
496
Teachers:
34
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
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 496 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending BETHEL SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 91% of the student body.

White
90.7%
Black or African American
5.0%
Hispanic/Latino
3.2%
Two or more races
0.8%
Asian
0.2%

Female
47.2%
Male
52.8%

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.