Serving 460 students in grades 3-5, Alcoa Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alcoa Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Alcoa Intermediate School's student population of 460 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alcoa Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alcoa Intermediate School is 0.55, 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
#331 out of 1721 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
13%
Black
11%
21%
White
64%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alcoa Intermediate School's ranking?
Alcoa Intermediate School is ranked #331 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Alcoa Intermediate School?
460 students attend Alcoa Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Alcoa Intermediate School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 11% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alcoa Intermediate School?
Alcoa Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Alcoa Intermediate School offer ?
Alcoa Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Alcoa Intermediate School part of?
Alcoa Intermediate School is part of Alcoa School District.
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