DEFEATED ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Defeated Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Smith County school district, located in Carthage, TN with about 280 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 15 teachers, Defeated 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.

Defeated Elementary School is a small, rural public school located in Carthage, Tennessee, serving students in the Smith County School District. Situated along the Defeated Creek Highway, the school is deeply embedded in its local community, acting as a foundational educational hub for families in the surrounding area. It maintains a traditional elementary focus, providing instruction for students in the early stages of their academic journey, typically ranging from kindergarten through the upper elementary grades.

Because of its rural setting, the school is known for fostering a close-knit, family-oriented atmosphere where staff and community members work together to support student development. The curriculum aligns with Tennessee state standards, balancing core academic subjects with a supportive environment designed to build social-emotional skills. As a staple of the Defeated Creek community, the school remains a focal point for local pride and small-town educational values in Smith County.

For more information, contact Defeated Elementary at (615) 774-3150 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.