PRESCOTT SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL
Prescott South Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Putnam County school district, located in Cookeville, TN with about 792 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 45 teachers, Prescott South Middle School 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.
Prescott South Middle School, located in Cookeville, Tennessee, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Putnam County School System. Known for its dedicated "Bulldog" spirit, the school focuses on fostering a comprehensive learning environment that balances academic rigor with personal growth. Serving students in the middle grades, the school emphasizes preparing pupils for high school success by utilizing a diverse curriculum supported by a committed faculty and staff.
Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Prescott South Middle School places a strong value on community involvement and extracurricular engagement. The school offers a variety of programs, including athletics, clubs, and service opportunities, which are designed to encourage well-rounded development and school pride. By maintaining a supportive atmosphere and prioritizing communication between educators and families, the school strives to create a safe and inclusive space where students can explore their interests and reach their full potential.
For more information, contact Prescott South Middle School at (931) 528-3647 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Cookeville, TN 38506
(931) 528-3647
PRESCOTT SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Cookeville, TN with about 792 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Tennessee
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Putnam County
- Total Students:
- 792
- Teachers:
- 45
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 792 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending PRESCOTT SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 80% of the student body.
- White
- 80.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 12.2%
- Black or African American
- 4.2%
- Asian
- 1.5%
- Two or more races
- 1.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 49.1%
- Male
- 50.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.