ALGOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Algood Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Putnam County school district, located in Algood, TN with about 567 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th 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 36 teachers, Algood 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.

Algood Elementary School, located in Algood, Tennessee, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Putnam County School System. Catering to students in the primary grades, the school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and community engagement. As part of the "Braves" community, the school focuses on equipping students with essential foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and science while encouraging participation in extracurricular activities that promote social and emotional well-being.

The school is deeply integrated into the local Algood area, acting as a hub for families and stakeholders who prioritize a collaborative approach to education. Through their official website, the administration maintains open communication with parents, providing access to academic resources, calendars, and school policies. With a dedicated faculty and staff, Algood Elementary strives to prepare its students for success as they transition to middle school, balancing high academic standards with a nurturing atmosphere designed to help every child reach their full potential.

For more information, contact Algood Elementary at (931) 303-0362 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2525 Old Walton RD
Algood, TN 38506
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ALGOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Algood, TN with about 567 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Tennessee

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Putnam County
Total Students:
567
Teachers:
36
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the 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

* 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 567 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending ALGOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 88% of the student body.

White
87.7%
Hispanic/Latino
6.2%
Black or African American
3.4%
Two or more races
1.6%
Asian
1.2%

Female
46.4%
Male
53.6%

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.