Serving 233 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Black Oak Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black Oak Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Black Oak Elementary School's student population of 233 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Black Oak Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black Oak Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#345 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
13%
Black
2%
21%
White
97%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Oak Elementary School's ranking?
Black Oak Elementary School is ranked #345 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Black Oak Elementary School often compared to?
Black Oak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Road Elementary School, Hillcrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Black Oak Elementary School?
233 students attend Black Oak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Black Oak Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Black Oak Elementary School?
Black Oak Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Black Oak Elementary School offer ?
Black Oak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Black Oak Elementary School part of?
Black Oak Elementary School is part of Obion County School District.
In what neighborhood is Black Oak Elementary School located?
Black Oak Elementary School is located in the Antioch neighborhood of Hornbeak, TN.
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