Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Big Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Big Ridge Elementary serves the southwest part of Hixson, TN, covering an area of approximately 10.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Ridge 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
Big Ridge Elementary School's student population of 466 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
35 teachers
School Rankings
Big Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Ridge Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#183 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
7%
20%
White
69%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Big Ridge Elementary School is ranked #183 out of 1,728 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?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Big Ridge Elementary School?
466 students attend Big Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Big Ridge Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What grades does Big Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Big Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Big Ridge Elementary School part of?
Big Ridge Elementary School is part of Hamilton County School District.
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