HATTIE COTTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Hattie Cotton Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Davidson County school district, located in Nashville, TN with about 283 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 25 teachers, Hattie Cotton Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Hattie Cotton STEM Magnet Elementary School, located in the Highland Heights neighborhood of Nashville, Tennessee, is a specialized educational institution within the Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) district. As a STEM-focused magnet school, it emphasizes an integrated approach to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, encouraging students to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills through hands-on learning. The school serves a diverse student population and is committed to preparing pupils for the demands of a modern, technology-driven workforce by blending core academic subjects with innovative, project-based curriculum.

The school is deeply embedded in its local community, focusing on fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. By leveraging its magnet status, Hattie Cotton offers specialized resources and enrichment opportunities designed to engage students in real-world applications of their studies. With its prime location on West Greenwood Avenue, the school remains a key educational hub in East Nashville, striving to maintain high standards of instruction while helping students cultivate a lifelong curiosity for discovery and scientific exploration.

For more information, contact Hattie Cotton Elementary at (615) 262-6981 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.