Serving 605 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Beech 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 59% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beech 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
Beech Elementary School's student population of 605 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
605 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beech 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 Beech Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#105 out of 1721 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
4%
21%
White
85%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Beech Elementary School's ranking?
Beech Elementary School is ranked #105 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Beech Elementary School often compared to?
Beech Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Merrol Hyde Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Beech Elementary School?
605 students attend Beech Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Beech Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beech Elementary School?
Beech Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Beech Elementary School offer ?
Beech Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Beech Elementary School part of?
Beech Elementary School is part of Sumner County School District.
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