Serving 628 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Farmington Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farmington 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
School Overview
Farmington Elementary School's student population of 628 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Farmington Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farmington Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#25 out of 1761 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
5%
21%
White
73%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
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 Farmington Elementary School's ranking?
Farmington Elementary School is ranked #25 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Farmington Elementary School often compared to?
Farmington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dogwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Farmington Elementary School?
628 students attend Farmington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Farmington Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Farmington Elementary School?
Farmington Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Farmington Elementary School offer ?
Farmington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Farmington Elementary School part of?
Farmington Elementary School is part of Germantown School District.
In what neighborhood is Farmington Elementary School located?
Farmington Elementary School is located in the Germantown Trails neighborhood of Germantown, TN.
School Reviews
5 1/12/2009
Farmington Elementary offers excellent programs. The teachers work hard to push each child to reach his or her potential. The staff offers a variety of after-school clubs to enrich the school's programs.
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