Serving 367 students in grades 2-4, Cornerstone Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 41% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornerstone Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cornerstone Elementary School's student population of 367 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Cornerstone Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornerstone Elementary School is 0.13, which is less 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
#544 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
1%
21%
White
93%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Cornerstone Elementary School's ranking?
Cornerstone Elementary School is ranked #544 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Cornerstone Elementary School often compared to?
Cornerstone Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cane Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Cornerstone Elementary School?
367 students attend Cornerstone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Cornerstone Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cornerstone Elementary School?
Cornerstone Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cornerstone Elementary School offer ?
Cornerstone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cornerstone Elementary School part of?
Cornerstone Elementary School is part of Putnam County School District.
School Reviews
5 5/23/2022
It is an amazing School if you live in Baxter TN. Going to that School it is amazing. The teachers are nice.
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