Serving 473 students in grades 2-3, Central Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Elementary serves the west part of the Lafayette, TN school district, covering an area of approximately 154.5 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of about 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 473 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central 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 Central Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#511 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Hispanic
20%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
20%
White
77%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #511 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
473 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Central Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Macon County School District.
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