ROCK CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Rock Creek Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Unicoi County school district, located in Erwin, TN with about 211 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 12 teachers, Rock Creek Elementary 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.

Rock Creek Elementary School, located in Erwin, Tennessee, is part of the Unicoi County School System. It serves students in the surrounding community, focusing on providing a foundational education within a supportive, small-town environment. As a public institution, the school is dedicated to meeting state academic standards while fostering a sense of community pride and personal growth for its young learners.

The school emphasizes a traditional elementary curriculum, encouraging student engagement through classroom instruction, extracurricular opportunities, and community involvement. By maintaining a focus on core subjects and character development, Rock Creek Elementary aims to prepare its students for the transition to middle school and beyond. Its location in Erwin places it in a region characterized by a strong connection to the local community, making it a central hub for families in the area.

For more information, contact Rock Creek Elementary at (423) 743-1648 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.