Serving 481 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Capshaw 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Capshaw Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Capshaw Elementary School's student population of 481 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Capshaw Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Capshaw Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#49 out of 1761 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
3%
21%
White
86%
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
34%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capshaw Elementary School's ranking?
Capshaw Elementary School is ranked #49 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Capshaw Elementary School often compared to?
Capshaw Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northeast Elementary School, Algood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Capshaw Elementary School?
481 students attend Capshaw Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Capshaw Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Capshaw Elementary School?
Capshaw Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Capshaw Elementary School offer ?
Capshaw Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Capshaw Elementary School part of?
Capshaw Elementary School is part of Putnam County School District.
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