Serving 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dekalb West 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 23% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dekalb West Elementary School's student population of 423 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dekalb West 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 Dekalb West Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#818 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
3%
21%
White
92%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Dekalb West Elementary School's ranking?
Dekalb West Elementary School is ranked #818 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Dekalb West Elementary School often compared to?
Dekalb West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dekalb Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Dekalb West Elementary School?
423 students attend Dekalb West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Dekalb West Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dekalb West Elementary School?
Dekalb West Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dekalb West Elementary School offer ?
Dekalb West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Dekalb West Elementary School part of?
Dekalb West Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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