SULPHUR SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Sulphur Springs Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Washington County school district, located in Jonesborough, TN with about 377 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 28 teachers, Sulphur Springs 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.

Sulphur Springs Elementary School is a public school located in Jonesborough, Tennessee, serving as part of the Washington County Department of Education. Nestled in a rural community setting, the school focuses on providing a foundational education for students in the primary grade levels. The school is committed to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with the social-emotional development of its students, aiming to prepare them for success in their future academic endeavors within the district.

The school emphasizes community involvement and collaboration, often leveraging its location to create a close-knit educational atmosphere. By utilizing the resources provided by the Washington County school system, Sulphur Springs Elementary implements standardized curricula designed to meet state benchmarks while encouraging individualized student growth. With a focus on foundational literacy, mathematics, and character education, the school strives to be a supportive learning hub that encourages student participation in both classroom activities and extracurricular programs.

For more information, contact Sulphur Springs Elementary at (423) 753-1140 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.