CORNERSTONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Cornerstone Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Putnam County school district, located in Baxter, TN with about 326 students offering grade levels from 2nd Grade 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 21 teachers, Cornerstone Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Cornerstone Elementary, located in Baxter, Tennessee, is part of the Putnam County School System. Serving the local community, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth and the development of foundational skills for its young students. As a neighborhood school, it focuses on building strong relationships between faculty, families, and students to create a welcoming atmosphere conducive to elementary education.

The school’s online presence highlights its commitment to keeping the community informed about academic calendars, extracurricular activities, and essential school resources. By balancing traditional classroom instruction with a focus on student character and community involvement, Cornerstone Elementary strives to prepare its pupils for long-term success as they transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Cornerstone Elementary at (931) 858-9190 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.