HOMER PITTARD CAMPUS SCHOOL

Homer Pittard Campus School is a public elementary school that is part of the Rutherford County school district, located in Murfreesboro, TN with about 248 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 14 teachers, Homer Pittard Campus School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Homer Pittard Campus School (HPC), located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, is a unique public K-5 elementary school that operates as a partnership between Rutherford County Schools and Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU). Because of this relationship, the school serves as a "laboratory school" dedicated to the development of effective teaching practices. This environment allows the faculty to implement innovative instructional strategies, provide professional development for future educators, and maintain a strong emphasis on academic excellence and research-based curriculum.

The school is widely recognized for its community-oriented atmosphere and its commitment to fostering high student achievement. By serving as a site for MTSU’s clinical experiences and student teaching programs, HPC ensures that its classrooms are consistently enriched by the latest educational theories and pedagogical techniques. With a focus on cultivating a supportive, inclusive, and high-performing learning environment, the school remains a cornerstone of the Murfreesboro educational community, bridging the gap between higher education research and daily K-5 classroom instruction.

For more information, contact Homer Pittard Campus School at (615) 895-1030 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.