DODSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Dodson Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Davidson County school district, located in Hermitage, TN with about 444 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 31 teachers, Dodson 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.
Dodson Elementary School, located in Hermitage, Tennessee, is a public school serving students in the Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) district. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and student engagement. By focusing on a comprehensive curriculum, Dodson Elementary strives to prepare its diverse student body for future success, encouraging critical thinking and collaborative skills within a supportive community setting.
The school places a strong emphasis on building partnerships between teachers, families, and the surrounding Hermitage community to enhance the overall educational experience. Through various initiatives and student-centered programs, Dodson Elementary works to create a welcoming atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. For families interested in specific school policies, upcoming events, or details regarding enrollment, the school maintains an updated digital presence through the official MNPS website.
For more information, contact Dodson Elementary at (615) 885-8806 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Hermitage, TN 37076
(615) 885-8806
DODSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Hermitage, TN with about 444 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Tennessee
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Davidson County
- Total Students:
- 444
- Teachers:
- 31
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 444 students
- Black or African American
- 48.4%
- White
- 26.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 18.5%
- Two or more races
- 5.0%
- Asian
- 1.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 52.3%
- Male
- 47.7%
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.