Serving 797 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Munford Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 53% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 797 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Munford 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
Munford Elementary School's student population of 797 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
797 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Munford Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Munford Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#212 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
9%
21%
White
77%
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
47%
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 Munford Elementary School's ranking?
Munford Elementary School is ranked #212 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Munford Elementary School often compared to?
Munford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atoka Elementary School, Drummonds Elementary School, Brighton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Munford Elementary School?
797 students attend Munford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Munford Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Munford Elementary School?
Munford Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Munford Elementary School offer ?
Munford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Munford Elementary School part of?
Munford Elementary School is part of Tipton County School District.
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