Serving 859 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brickey Mccloud Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 859 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brickey Mccloud Elementary School's student population of 859 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
859 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Brickey Mccloud Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brickey Mccloud Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#458 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
31%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%

Hispanic
8%
15%

Black
3%
21%

White
84%
57%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
45%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brickey Mccloud Elementary School's ranking?
Brickey Mccloud Elementary School is ranked #458 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Brickey Mccloud Elementary School often compared to?
Brickey Mccloud Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Copper Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Brickey Mccloud Elementary School?
859 students attend Brickey Mccloud Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Brickey Mccloud Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brickey Mccloud Elementary School?
Brickey Mccloud Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Brickey Mccloud Elementary School offer ?
Brickey Mccloud Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Brickey Mccloud Elementary School part of?
Brickey Mccloud Elementary School is part of Knox County School District.
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