Serving 701 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Newport Grammar School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 701 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newport Grammar School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Newport Grammar School's student population of 701 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
701 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newport Grammar 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 Newport Grammar School is 0.31, 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
#332 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
3%
21%
White
83%
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
58%
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 Newport Grammar School's ranking?
Newport Grammar School is ranked #332 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Newport Grammar School often compared to?
Newport Grammar Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Elementary School, Edgemont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Newport Grammar School?
701 students attend Newport Grammar School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Newport Grammar School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newport Grammar School?
Newport Grammar School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Newport Grammar School offer ?
Newport Grammar School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Newport Grammar School part of?
Newport Grammar School is part of Newport School District.
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