Serving 625 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carmel 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 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 625 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carmel 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
Carmel Elementary School's student population of 625 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
625 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carmel Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carmel Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#127 out of 1761 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
13%
Black
6%
21%
White
76%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmel Elementary School's ranking?
Carmel Elementary School is ranked #127 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Carmel Elementary School often compared to?
Carmel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sango Elementary School, East Montgomery Elementary 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 31% TN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Carmel Elementary School?
625 students attend Carmel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Carmel Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carmel Elementary School?
Carmel Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carmel Elementary School offer ?
Carmel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Carmel Elementary School part of?
Carmel Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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