Serving 311 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bradford Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bradford Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Bradford, TN, encompassing approximately 79.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and the furthest edge located 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bradford Elementary School's student population of 311 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
311 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1951
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bradford Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bradford Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#453 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.3%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bradford Elementary School's ranking?
Bradford Elementary School is ranked #453 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Bradford Elementary School often compared to?
Bradford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beech Elementary School, Dyer Elementary School, Milan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Bradford Elementary School?
311 students attend Bradford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Bradford Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Bradford Elementary School offer ?
Bradford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bradford Elementary School part of?
Bradford Elementary School is part of Bradford School District.
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