Serving 202 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Forks River Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 5% 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: 202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forks River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Forks River Elementary School's student population of 202 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Forks River 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 Forks River Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#292 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
21%
White
95%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
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 Forks River Elementary School's ranking?
Forks River Elementary School is ranked #292 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Forks River Elementary School often compared to?
Forks River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Defeated Elementary School, Carthage Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Forks River Elementary School?
202 students attend Forks River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Forks River Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forks River Elementary School?
Forks River Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Forks River Elementary School offer ?
Forks River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Forks River Elementary School part of?
Forks River Elementary School is part of Smith County School District.
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