Serving 480 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Indian Lake 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 74% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Lake 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
Indian Lake Elementary School's student population of 480 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Indian Lake 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 Indian Lake Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#46 out of 1761 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
1%
21%
White
91%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Lake Elementary School is ranked #46 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Indian Lake Elementary School?
480 students attend Indian Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Indian Lake Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 Indian Lake Elementary School?
Indian Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Indian Lake Elementary School offer ?
Indian Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Indian Lake Elementary School part of?
Indian Lake Elementary School is part of Sumner County School District.
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