GRIFFITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Griffith Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Sequatchie County school district, located in Dunlap, TN with about 814 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 57 teachers, Griffith 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.

Griffith Elementary School is a public school located in Dunlap, Tennessee, serving as part of the Sequatchie County School District. Situated at 173 Jones Drive, the school provides educational services for students in the elementary grades, focusing on foundational academic development, social-emotional learning, and community involvement. As a central fixture in the Dunlap area, the school works to foster a supportive environment tailored to the needs of local families and the specific culture of the Sequatchie Valley.

The school is characterized by its commitment to student growth and the cultivation of a safe, inclusive learning space. While it emphasizes core curriculum subjects like literacy and mathematics, it also frequently engages in community-oriented activities that bridge the gap between home and school. Being located in a rural setting, Griffith Elementary plays a vital role in the town of Dunlap by preparing its young students for their transition into the middle school level within the county system.

For more information, contact Griffith Elementary at (423) 949-2105 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.