Serving 352 students in grades 3-5, Lewis County Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewis County Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lewis County Intermediate School's student population of 352 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lewis County Intermediate 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 Lewis County Intermediate School is 0.19, 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
#400 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
2%
21%
White
90%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewis County Intermediate School's ranking?
Lewis County Intermediate School is ranked #400 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Lewis County Intermediate School?
352 students attend Lewis County Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Lewis County Intermediate School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lewis County Intermediate School?
Lewis County Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lewis County Intermediate School offer ?
Lewis County Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Lewis County Intermediate School part of?
Lewis County Intermediate School is part of Lewis County School District.
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