Serving 606 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Alamo Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alamo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Alamo Elementary School's student population of 606 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
606 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alamo Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alamo 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
#170 out of 1721 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
19%
13%
Black
11%
21%
White
68%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alamo Elementary School's ranking?
Alamo Elementary School is ranked #170 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Alamo Elementary School often compared to?
Alamo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bells Elementary School, Gadsden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Alamo Elementary School?
606 students attend Alamo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Alamo Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alamo Elementary School?
Alamo Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Alamo Elementary School offer ?
Alamo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Alamo Elementary School part of?
Alamo Elementary School is part of Alamo School District.
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