Serving 389 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mcfadden School Of Excellence ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 98% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 98% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcfadden School Of Excellence 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
Mcfadden School Of Excellence's student population of 389 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcfadden School Of Excellence ranks within the top 1% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcfadden School Of Excellence is 0.38, 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
#2 out of 1761 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
7%
21%
White
78%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
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 Mcfadden School Of Excellence's ranking?
Mcfadden School Of Excellence is ranked #2 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Mcfadden School Of Excellence often compared to?
Mcfadden School Of Excellenceis often viewed alongside schools like Discovery School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
98% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Mcfadden School Of Excellence?
389 students attend Mcfadden School Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Mcfadden School Of Excellence students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcfadden School Of Excellence?
Mcfadden School Of Excellence has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mcfadden School Of Excellence offer ?
Mcfadden School Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mcfadden School Of Excellence part of?
Mcfadden School Of Excellence is part of Rutherford County School District.
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