Serving 436 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Decherd Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 436 students
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Decherd Elementary serves the northeast part of its school district in Decherd, TN, covering an area of approximately 68.5 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 10.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Decherd Elementary School's student population of 436 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Success Starts Here
School Rankings
Decherd Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Decherd Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#1451 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Decherd Elementary School's ranking?
Decherd Elementary School is ranked #1451 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Decherd Elementary School often compared to?
Decherd Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rock Creek Elementary School, Cowan Elementary School, Clark Memorial School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Decherd Elementary School?
436 students attend Decherd Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Decherd Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Decherd Elementary School offer ?
Decherd Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Decherd Elementary School part of?
Decherd Elementary School is part of Franklin County School District.
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