Serving 496 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barksdale 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 47% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barksdale 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
Diversity
School Overview
Barksdale Elementary School's student population of 496 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
496 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barksdale 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 Barksdale Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#257 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
27%
21%
White
44%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barksdale Elementary School's ranking?
Barksdale Elementary School is ranked #257 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Barksdale Elementary School often compared to?
Barksdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sango Elementary School, Moore Magnet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Barksdale Elementary School?
496 students attend Barksdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Barksdale Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barksdale Elementary School?
Barksdale Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Barksdale Elementary School offer ?
Barksdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Barksdale Elementary School part of?
Barksdale Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
School Reviews
5 3/12/2020
This is the best elementary school ever I Am currently in 6th grade is highly recommend bringing your children/child here. They have tons of fun school events and there is so many students there your child will make a lot of friends as long as they're not to shy.
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