Serving 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Copper Basin Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Copper Basin Elementary School serves the eastern part of Copperhill, TN, covering an area of approximately 160.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15.8 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Copper Basin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Copper Basin Elementary School's student population of 321 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Copper Basin 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 Copper Basin Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#797 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
n/a
20%
White
96%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Copper Basin Elementary School's ranking?
Copper Basin Elementary School is ranked #797 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Copper Basin Elementary School often compared to?
Copper Basin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Polk Elementary School, Benton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Copper Basin Elementary School?
321 students attend Copper Basin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Copper Basin Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Copper Basin Elementary School offer ?
Copper Basin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Copper Basin Elementary School part of?
Copper Basin Elementary School is part of Polk County School District.
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