BETHPAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Bethpage Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Sumner County school district, located in Bethpage, TN with about 284 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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 20 teachers, Bethpage 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.

Bethpage Elementary School, located in the rural community of Bethpage, Tennessee, serves as a central pillar of the local education system within the Sumner County School District. As a smaller, community-focused institution, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment where students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade receive foundational academic instruction. The school emphasizes a close-knit atmosphere, prioritizing character development alongside traditional curriculum standards to ensure that students are prepared for their transition to middle school.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Bethpage Elementary strives to maintain strong ties between the faculty, families, and the surrounding community. By leveraging its location on Old Highway 31 E, the school serves as a hub for local involvement, often hosting events and initiatives that encourage parental engagement. Through a blend of dedicated classroom instruction and community-oriented programming, Bethpage Elementary focuses on cultivating a nurturing space that promotes both the intellectual curiosity and the personal growth of its diverse student population.

For more information, contact Bethpage Elementary at (615) 841-3212 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.