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From its humble, hastily organized beginnings, the Oak Ridge school system has evolved into one of the finest in the country. The first superintendent, Dr. Alden H. Blankenship, had only 90 days to recruit staff, secure buildings, and supplies, and establish a curriculum to accommodate the first students in the fall of 1943. By the end of 1944, approximately 11,000 students were enrolled. During the peak period of the city's population, there were ten elementary schools, two junior high schools, one high school, and two nursery schools. The schools also doubled as churches and recreation centers. After the war years, the city's population gradually dropped to its present level of slightly more than 27,000.Presently, there are four elementary schools, (K - 4), two middle schools (5 - 8), and one senior high school (9 - 12). The school system also maintains a preschool program for children ages three to five years, a before and after school extended child care program (for preschool, elementary and middle school students), a vocational program, and an adult education program.
Educational Links
Oak Ridge Schools
Saint Mary's School
Pellissippi State Technical Community College
Roane State Community College
The University of Tennessee
Oak Ridge Associated Universities
