Serving 542 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Centertown Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 31% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Centertown Elementary School's student population of 542 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Centertown Elementary 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 Centertown Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#804 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
1%
21%
White
81%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centertown Elementary School's ranking?
Centertown Elementary School is ranked #804 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Centertown Elementary School often compared to?
Centertown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dibrell Elementary School, Bobby Ray Memorial by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Centertown Elementary School?
542 students attend Centertown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Centertown Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centertown Elementary School?
Centertown Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Centertown Elementary School offer ?
Centertown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Centertown Elementary School part of?
Centertown Elementary School is part of Warren County School District.
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