Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Michigan Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Michigan Avenue 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
Michigan Avenue Elementary School's student population of 466 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Michigan Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Michigan Avenue Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#106 out of 1761 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
3%
21%
White
81%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Michigan Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Michigan Avenue Elementary School is ranked #106 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Michigan Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Michigan Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Lee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Michigan Avenue Elementary School?
466 students attend Michigan Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Michigan Avenue Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Michigan Avenue Elementary School?
Michigan Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Michigan Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Michigan Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Michigan Avenue Elementary School part of?
Michigan Avenue Elementary School is part of Bradley County School District.
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