Serving 566 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Centertown Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Centertown Elementary serves the west part of Mcminnville, TN, covering an area of approximately 56.6 square miles. Most families live within a typical 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Centertown Elementary School's student population of 566 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
566 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are a Learning Community Dedicated to the Success of Every Student
School Rankings
Centertown Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centertown Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#863 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
83%
57%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centertown Elementary School's ranking?
Centertown Elementary School is ranked #863 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Centertown Elementary School often compared to?
Centertown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dibrell Elementary School, Bobby Ray Memorial, Irving College Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Centertown Elementary School?
566 students attend Centertown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Centertown Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Centertown Elementary School offer ?
Centertown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Centertown Elementary School part of?
Centertown Elementary School is part of Warren County School District.
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