Cannon South Elementary School serves 315 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%).
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cannon South Elementary School's student population of 315 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
315 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
21 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cannon South Elementary School is 0.19, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
n/a
20%
White
90%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
23.6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Cannon South Elementary School?
315 students attend Cannon South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Cannon South Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Cannon South Elementary School offer ?
Cannon South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cannon South Elementary School part of?
Cannon South Elementary School is part of Cannon County School District.
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