Serving 841 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brown's Chapel 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 44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 841 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brown's Chapel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Brown's Chapel Elementary School's student population of 841 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
841 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission at Brown’s Chapel Elementary School is to lay the groundwork for each child to find the path to success in school and in life.
School Rankings
Brown's Chapel 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 Brown's Chapel Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#291 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
18%
15%
Black
17%
21%
White
56%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown's Chapel Elementary School's ranking?
Brown's Chapel Elementary School is ranked #291 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Brown's Chapel Elementary School often compared to?
Brown's Chapel 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?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Brown's Chapel Elementary School?
841 students attend Brown's Chapel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Brown's Chapel Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brown's Chapel Elementary School?
Brown's Chapel Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Brown's Chapel Elementary School offer ?
Brown's Chapel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brown's Chapel Elementary School part of?
Brown's Chapel Elementary School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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