School Overview
John Pittard Elementary, located on DeJarnett Lane in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Murfreesboro City Schools district. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and student development, the school caters to a diverse student body, fostering an environment that emphasizes both core curriculum standards and holistic growth. The school is highly regarded for its community-oriented approach, focusing on creating a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best through rigorous classroom instruction and meaningful extracurricular engagement.

The school's identity is deeply rooted in the success and well-being of its students, often highlighted by its focus on 21st-century learning skills and character development. By integrating technology into daily lessons and maintaining high expectations for behavior and citizenship, John Pittard Elementary prepares its young learners for success in middle school and beyond. Through a combination of dedicated faculty, active parental involvement, and a structured learning environment, the school remains a vital pillar of the Murfreesboro community, consistently striving to provide a high-quality educational foundation for every child who walks through its doors.
821
Total Students
56.8
Full-Time Teachers
14.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for John Pittard Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White282
Hispanic164
Black274
Asian21
Two or More78
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    282 (34.3 %)
  • Black
    274 (33.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    164 (20.0 %)
  • Two or More
    78 (9.5 %)
  • Asian
    21 (2.6 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Murfreesboro
Phone: (615)396-0240
Website: http://www.pittardelementary.net/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 6th
Total Students: 821
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 56.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 71
Kindergarten 112
Grade 1 111
Grade 2 112
Grade 3 118
Grade 4 131
Grade 5 120
Grade 6 46

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for John Pittard Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten71
Kindergarten112
Grade 1111
Grade 2112
Grade 3118
Grade 4131
Grade 5120
Grade 646
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for John Pittard Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female36844.8%
Male45355.2%
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