Serving 782 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Altruria Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 782 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Altruria Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Altruria Elementary School's student population of 782 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
782 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Altruria Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Altruria Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#332 out of 1721 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
11%
21%
White
72%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Altruria Elementary School's ranking?
Altruria Elementary School is ranked #332 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Altruria Elementary School?
782 students attend Altruria Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Altruria Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Altruria Elementary School?
Altruria Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Altruria Elementary School offer ?
Altruria Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Altruria Elementary School part of?
Altruria Elementary School is part of Bartlett School District.
In what neighborhood is Altruria Elementary School located?
Altruria Elementary School is located in the Bartlett Woodlands East neighborhood of Memphis, TN.
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