Serving 617 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Apison 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 68% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Apison Elementary School serves the southeast part of Apison, TN, covering an area of approximately 26.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Apison 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
Apison Elementary School's student population of 617 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
617 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
39 teachers
School Rankings
Apison Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Apison Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#110 out of 1728 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
11%
16%
Black
7%
20%
White
68%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apison Elementary School's ranking?
Apison Elementary School is ranked #110 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Apison Elementary School often compared to?
Apison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Brainerd Elementary School, Westview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Apison Elementary School?
617 students attend Apison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Apison Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Apison Elementary School offer ?
Apison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Apison Elementary School part of?
Apison Elementary School is part of Hamilton County School District.
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