Serving 1,011 students in grades Kindergarten-5, A L Lotts Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,011 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
A L Lotts Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
A L Lotts Elementary School's student population of 1,011 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
1,011 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
A L Lotts Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A L Lotts Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#200 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
8%
21%
White
72%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A L Lotts Elementary School's ranking?
A L Lotts Elementary School is ranked #200 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are A L Lotts Elementary School often compared to?
A L Lotts Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blue Grass Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend A L Lotts Elementary School?
1,011 students attend A L Lotts Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of A L Lotts Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of A L Lotts Elementary School?
A L Lotts Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does A L Lotts Elementary School offer ?
A L Lotts Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is A L Lotts Elementary School part of?
A L Lotts Elementary School is part of Knox County School District.
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