Serving 76 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Laurel Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Laurel Elementary School's student population of 76 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 166% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
76 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Laurel Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#526 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
37%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%

Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%

Black
n/a
21%

White
97%
57%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
45%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Laurel Elementary School's ranking?
Laurel Elementary School is ranked #526 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Laurel Elementary School often compared to?
Laurel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain City Elementary School, Doe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Laurel Elementary School?
76 students attend Laurel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Laurel Elementary School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurel Elementary School?
Laurel Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Laurel Elementary School offer ?
Laurel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Laurel Elementary School part of?
Laurel Elementary School is part of Johnson County School District.
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