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Homer Pittard Campus School

923 E LYTLE ST MURFREESBORO TN 37132

Top 10% School in Tennessee

Ranked 66 of 232 in Tennessee

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About Homer Pittard Campus School

Homer Pittard Campus School (often called “Campus School”) is a K–5 public laboratory school in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, operated jointly by Rutherford County Schools and Middle Tennessee State University.Its purpose blends rigorous elementary instruction with hands-on teacher training and research infusion.The school emphasizes small-group differentiated learning, project-based instruction, and partnerships with university faculty to embed best practices.Campus School also supports a Gifted & Talented program for advanced learners.Its facilities include media resources, technology-enabled classrooms, maker space opportunities, and community-oriented events.While rooted in tradition, the school remains forward-looking—leveraging data, university collaboration, and innovation to nurture students’ intellectual curiosity and leadership.

Homer Pittard Campus School Contact Information

Address

923 E LYTLE ST MURFREESBORO TN 37132

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Phone

(615) 895-1030

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 57%
Reading 72%
State average proficiency is 57% in Math and 72% in Reading.
16
Full-time Teachers
15 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
242
Total Students
$58808
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 66 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Homer Pittard Campus 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: 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:15 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 81.8%
Asian 1.2%
Hispanic 3.7%
Black 8.7%
Two+ Races 4.5%
Native Am. 0%
White
81.8%
Asian
1.2%
Hispanic
3.7%
Black
8.7%
Two+ Races
4.5%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 242
48.3%
117 Female
51.7%
125 Male

Student Population

242 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

238 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

In 2025, a Campus School 5th grade teacher and an MTSU education professor appeared on the “MTSU on 2” segment to share strategies for end-of-year test preparation.

Earlier, the school community supported a driveway renaming in honor of a past principal, marking renewed focus on legacy and community identity.

FAQ

1. What makes Homer Pittard Campus School unique?

A. It serves as a laboratory school affiliated with Middle Tennessee State University, allowing continuous improvement in teaching methods through research and innovation.

2. What types of extracurricular activities are available?

A. Students can join programs such as choir, basketball, running club, art enrichment, and academic competitions throughout the year.

3. How does the school integrate technology in classrooms?

A. Classrooms are equipped with interactive boards and digital devices that support project-based and blended learning initiatives.

4. How do families engage with the school community?

A. Parents participate in open houses, volunteer projects, reading days, and campus events that foster collaboration between families and teachers.

5. What community partnerships support student learning?

A. Collaborations with MTSU, local businesses, and civic groups help provide guest sessions, mentorships, and resources for enrichment programs.

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
ML

Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

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

WR

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

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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