RICKMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Rickman Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Overton County school district, located in Rickman, TN with about 669 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 37 teachers, Rickman Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Rickman Elementary School, located at 631 Rickman Monterey Highway in Rickman, Tennessee, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local community in Overton County. As a primary school, it focuses on providing core academic instruction to students in the early stages of their development, fostering a learning environment that emphasizes both fundamental literacy and numeracy skills. The school functions as a central hub for families in the rural Rickman area, maintaining a commitment to supporting student growth and building a strong educational baseline before children transition to middle school.

Beyond its academic mission, Rickman Elementary is deeply integrated into the culture of the surrounding community. Like many schools in the region, it places a high priority on creating a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage with both their peers and teachers in a safe, structured setting. The school’s location along the Monterey Highway makes it easily accessible to residents, allowing it to maintain close ties with parents and community members, which is a hallmark of the collaborative, small-town educational experience found throughout Overton County.

For more information, contact Rickman Elementary at (931) 498-2825 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.