Serving 398 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, New Prospect Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower 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 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Prospect Elementary School's student population of 398 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
398 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
New Prospect Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Prospect Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#837 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
31%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
37%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%

Hispanic
2%
15%

Black
2%
21%

White
95%
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
41%
45%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 New Prospect Elementary School's ranking?
New Prospect Elementary School is ranked #837 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are New Prospect Elementary School often compared to?
New Prospect Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawrenceburg Public, Leoma Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend New Prospect Elementary School?
398 students attend New Prospect Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of New Prospect Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Prospect Elementary School?
New Prospect Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does New Prospect Elementary School offer ?
New Prospect Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is New Prospect Elementary School part of?
New Prospect Elementary School is part of Lawrence County School District.
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