GEORGE A WHITTEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

George A Whitten Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Sumner County school district, located in Hendersonville, TN with about 405 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 29 teachers, George A Whitten Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

George A. Whitten Elementary School, located in Hendersonville, Tennessee, serves the Sumner County School District as a dedicated learning environment for students in the primary grades. The school is committed to fostering both academic excellence and character development within its community. By maintaining a focus on core curriculum standards while encouraging student engagement, the school strives to provide a solid educational foundation that prepares its learners for their transition to middle school and beyond.

As an integral part of the Hendersonville community, George A. Whitten Elementary emphasizes the importance of collaboration between educators, parents, and students. The school utilizes its official platform to keep families informed about academic resources, extracurricular activities, and district-wide initiatives. Through a structured approach to instruction and a supportive school culture, the institution works to ensure that all students have access to the tools and environment necessary to reach their full potential.

For more information, contact George A Whitten Elementary at (615) 824-3258 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.