In terms of content, Turkish elementary is similar. Kids learn reading, writing, math, etc. Foreign language usually is offered in the 4th year. If a student fails, they must repeat.
Turkish law affords everyone a public education. The system resembles the U.S. system of the 1950s-60s as opposed to the low standards and behavioral problems of today.
The primary education in Turkey is compulsory an free. They emphasise on teaching forign languages and computer skills. Here in America also elementary education is free in government schools.
