Serving 720 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nolan Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 720 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nolan 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
Nolan Elementary School's student population of 720 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
720 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nolan Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nolan Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#22 out of 1721 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
1%
21%
White
88%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Nolan Elementary School's ranking?
Nolan Elementary School is ranked #22 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Nolan Elementary School often compared to?
Nolan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thrasher Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Nolan Elementary School?
720 students attend Nolan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Nolan Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nolan Elementary School?
Nolan Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nolan Elementary School offer ?
Nolan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Nolan Elementary School part of?
Nolan Elementary School is part of Hamilton County School District.
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