Serving 230 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Decaturville Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Decaturville Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Decaturville, TN, encompassing approximately 344.9 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 12.3 miles, with the furthest point being 19.5 miles away, making for a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Decaturville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Decaturville Elementary School's student population of 230 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
230 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 38-year historical data
School Rankings
Decaturville Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Decaturville Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#276 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
95%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decaturville Elementary School's ranking?
Decaturville Elementary School is ranked #276 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Decaturville Elementary School often compared to?
Decaturville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parsons Elementary School, Decatur County Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Decaturville Elementary School?
230 students attend Decaturville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Decaturville Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Decaturville Elementary School offer ?
Decaturville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Decaturville Elementary School part of?
Decaturville Elementary School is part of Decatur County School District.
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