Moore Magnet Elementary School

Moore Magnet Elementary School, located at 1350 Madison Street, in Clarksville, is home to about 517 students in grades Pre-K through 5. The student teacher ratio is 16.6:1, and employs 31 full-time equivalent teachers. Academic achievement includes 36% proficiency in Math, 34% in Reading, and 43% in Science, placing in the top 50% of schools in Tennessee. The demographic breakdown includes 42% White students, 31% Black students, 14% Hispanic students, 12% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian students. The school employs a Gifted & Talented program and is ranked among the best elementary schools in Tennessee, coming in at 389 out of 1,009 public elementary school statewide. The average teacher salary is $56,114, and the average per-pupil expenditure is $13,162. The local median home value is approximately $236,100.

The school's curriculum immerses students in engaging, hands-on learning, integrating STEM into regular classroom instruction, special subjects, and family events. This approach uses project-based learning to encourage students to find innovative and creative solutions to real-world problems.

Q1. What distinguishes the curriculum at Cumberland Heights?

Ans: The school promotes a STEAM curriculum which includes science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.

Q2. Are there services offered to support learners who are struggling?

Ans: Cumberland Heights has intervention programs, tutoring, reading/math labs, to support learners who are struggling.

Q3. How does the PE program work?

Ans: All students participate in PE classes on a daily basis, as well as wellness programs and fitness challenges at various times during the school year.

Q4. What types of recognition programs are available for students?

Ans: Students are recognized for academic growth, citizenship, and participation in schoolwide activities and competitions.

Q5. How does the school encourage diversity and inclusion?

Ans: Multicultural programs, events, and literature are presented within classrooms.