Serving 657 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Snow Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 51% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% 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: 657 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Snow Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Snow Hill Elementary School's student population of 657 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
657 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Snow Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Snow Hill Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#385 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
7%
21%
White
81%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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 Snow Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Snow Hill Elementary School is ranked #385 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Snow Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Snow Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ooltewah Elementary School, Wallace A. Smith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Snow Hill Elementary School?
657 students attend Snow Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Snow Hill Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Snow Hill Elementary School?
Snow Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Snow Hill Elementary School offer ?
Snow Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Snow Hill Elementary School part of?
Snow Hill Elementary School is part of Hamilton County School District.
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