Serving 152 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gadsden Elementary 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gadsden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gadsden Elementary School's student population of 152 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gadsden 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 Gadsden Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#585 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
17%
21%
White
69%
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
57%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Gadsden Elementary School's ranking?
Gadsden Elementary School is ranked #585 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Gadsden Elementary School often compared to?
Gadsden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bells Elementary School, Alamo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Gadsden Elementary School?
152 students attend Gadsden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Gadsden Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gadsden Elementary School?
Gadsden Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gadsden Elementary School offer ?
Gadsden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gadsden Elementary School part of?
Gadsden Elementary School is part of Crockett County School District.
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