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Big Ridge Elementary School

5210 CASSANDRA SMITH RD HIXSON TN 37343

Top 25% School in Tennessee

Ranked 75 of 232 in Tennessee

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About Big Ridge Elementary School

Big Ridge Elementary School is a great choice among Elementary Schools in Tennessee, with a reputation for academic achievement, attentive staff, and a friendly community. The school serves approximately 470 children in kindergarten through fifth grade and is dedicated to creating a warm school focused on excellence. Student performance is always above the district averages, with approximately 56% of students proficient in math and 60% in English. These numbers place Big Ridge in the top 20% statewide for overall test scores. In addition to academics, the school promotes leadership, creativity, and character to ensure that students perform at their best in and out of the classroom. The families in the Big Ridge proximity enjoy a safe, suburban lifestyle with stable property values—the median home value is just near $400,000. Big Ridge Elementary continues to be one of the most recognized Elementary Schools in Tennessee; a great blend of academics and community.

Big Ridge Elementary School Contact Information

Address

5210 CASSANDRA SMITH RD HIXSON TN 37343

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Phone

(423) 843-4793

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 55%
Reading 55%
State average proficiency is 55% in Math and 55% in Reading.
35
Full-time Teachers
14 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
473
Total Students
$62963
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 75 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Big Ridge Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 69.6%
Asian 7.8%
Hispanic 7.3%
Black 6.3%
Two+ Races 8%
Native Am. 0%
White
69.6%
Asian
7.8%
Hispanic
7.3%
Black
6.3%
Two+ Races
8%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 473
48%
227 Female
52%
246 Male

Student Population

473 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

451 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Big Ridge Elementary School is currently ranked at #145 of Tennessee Elementary Schools. Rankings come through student performance on state assessments, graduation rates and high school readiedness.

FAQ

Q1: In what ways may parents volunteer at Big Ridge Elementary?

A: There are a variety of ways parents can volunteer! You could volunteer in classrooms, help organize school events, join the PTA, and help out with after-school programs, to help students socially and academically.

Q2: What do I have to sign to enroll my child?

A: You will need your child's birth certificate, proof of residency, immunization record, and previous school records, if applicable.

Q3: Does Big Ridge Elementary have STEM?

A: Yes! The school has STEM programs where students engage in hands-on investigations, teach coding, and work with others to find solutions to problems which promote creative thinking.

Q4: Does the school educate using state standards?

A: Yes, the school's curriculum is based on the requirements of the State of Tennessee. They focus on literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies; as well as enrichment opportunities such as music, art, and technology.

Q5: Does Big Ridge Elementary have a bus?

A: Yes, the school has bus service for eligible students to ensure that they have safe and reliable transportation to and from school.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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