Serving 849 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barfield Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 51% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 849 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Barfield Elementary School's student population of 849 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
849 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barfield Elementary 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 Barfield Elementary School is 0.60, which is more 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
#197 out of 1721 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
10%
13%
Black
19%
21%
White
59%
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
25%
46%
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 Barfield Elementary School's ranking?
Barfield Elementary School is ranked #197 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Barfield Elementary School often compared to?
Barfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blackman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Barfield Elementary School?
849 students attend Barfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Barfield Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barfield Elementary School?
Barfield Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Barfield Elementary School offer ?
Barfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Barfield Elementary School part of?
Barfield Elementary School is part of Rutherford County School District.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2021
I'm a fifth grader and school is elite because I have my bestie and the kind staff from Dallas Logue and renna lewiswe are both fifth graders.
2 4/20/2010
My son is in the kindergarten readiness class, he has learned alot. However, they are suppose to have a zero tolerance for bullies. My son has been abused by 3 different class mates. The first time, he was kicked in the eye and had eyelashes missing. The second time, I was an eye witness, my son was shoved by a boy twice his size into a brick wall and his head slammed into the wall. The third time , my son was chocked on the playground, leaving bruises around the bottom of his neck and collarbone. The education is good but what is being done to keep our children safe from bullies. It is a real problem and I am very concerned.
5 10/6/2006
Barfield is a great school with caring teachers. I am so glad that we moved here. Our children are different at this school, they feel very loved.
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