Serving 180 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Valley Forge 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Forge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Valley Forge Elementary School's student population of 180 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
180 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley Forge 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 Valley Forge Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#590 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
13%
Black
n/a
21%
White
95%
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
100%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 Valley Forge Elementary School's ranking?
Valley Forge Elementary School is ranked #590 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Valley Forge Elementary School often compared to?
Valley Forge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Side Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Valley Forge Elementary School?
180 students attend Valley Forge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Valley Forge Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Forge Elementary School?
Valley Forge Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Valley Forge Elementary School offer ?
Valley Forge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Valley Forge Elementary School part of?
Valley Forge Elementary School is part of Carter County School District.
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