DECATUR COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL

Decatur County Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Decatur County school district, located in Parsons, TN with about 478 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade 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 32 teachers, Decatur County Middle School 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.

Decatur County Middle School, located in Parsons, Tennessee, serves as a primary educational hub for students in the Decatur County School District. Situated on Highway 641 South, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment of academic growth and personal development for its adolescent learners. By focusing on a well-rounded curriculum, the school aims to prepare its students for the challenges of high school and beyond, emphasizing the importance of both scholastic achievement and the building of character.

As reflected in its school spirit and online presence, the "Panther Pride" initiative serves as a core component of the school’s culture, encouraging students to take ownership of their education and participate in extracurricular activities. The school acts as a community pillar in Parsons, working to bridge the gap between middle childhood and early adolescence by providing a supportive faculty and a variety of programs tailored to the developmental needs of its student body. Through its commitment to excellence, Decatur County Middle School remains a central institution for education in the region.

For more information, contact Decatur County Middle School at (731) 847-6510 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.