Serving 381 students in grades 3-5, Briarwood School ranks in the top 50% 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 40% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Briarwood School's student population of 381 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Briarwood School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briarwood School is 0.26, 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
#539 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
6%
21%
White
86%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briarwood School's ranking?
Briarwood School is ranked #539 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Briarwood School?
381 students attend Briarwood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Briarwood School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Briarwood School?
Briarwood School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Briarwood School offer ?
Briarwood School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Briarwood School part of?
Briarwood School is part of Benton County School District.
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