Serving 243 students in grades 3-5, North City Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 33% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
North City Elementary School's student population of 243 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North City Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North City Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#552 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
13%
Black
8%
21%
White
70%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North City Elementary School's ranking?
North City Elementary School is ranked #552 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are North City Elementary School often compared to?
North City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend North City Elementary School?
243 students attend North City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of North City Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North City Elementary School?
North City Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does North City Elementary School offer ?
North City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is North City Elementary School part of?
North City Elementary School is part of Athens School District.
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