COALFIELD SCHOOL

Coalfield School is a Title I public school that is part of the Morgan County school district, located in Coalfield, TN with about 491 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 12th 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 33 teachers, Coalfield 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.

Coalfield School, located at 1720 Coalhill Road in Coalfield, Tennessee, serves as a central hub for the small, close-knit community of Morgan County. As a K-12 institution, the school provides a continuous educational experience for students from kindergarten through high school graduation. It is widely recognized for its strong emphasis on community involvement, where the school’s athletic programs and extracurricular activities often serve as the focal point for local pride and spirit.

Academically, Coalfield School is part of the Morgan County School District and is known for maintaining a traditional, supportive learning environment. Because the school serves all grade levels on a single campus, it fosters a unique "family" atmosphere where older students often serve as mentors to the younger ones. With its rural setting and dedicated staff, the school prioritizes personalized attention, aiming to prepare its graduates for higher education and workforce success while remaining deeply rooted in the history and culture of the Coalfield area.

For more information, contact Coalfield School at (865) 435-7332 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.