Serving 378 students in grades 2-4, Cornerstone Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Baxter Elementary serves the western part of its school district in Baxter, TN, covering an area of approximately 122.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 10.2 miles.
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Cornerstone Elementary School's student population of 378 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
26 teachers
School Rankings
Cornerstone 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 Cornerstone Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#403 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
2%
20%
White
91%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cornerstone Elementary School's ranking?
Cornerstone Elementary School is ranked #403 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
378 students attend Cornerstone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Cornerstone Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
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 10/10/2025
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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