Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dekalb West Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 41% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: DeKalb West Elementary serves the northwest part of Dowelltown, TN, covering an area of approximately 110.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dekalb West Elementary School's student population of 466 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dekalb West 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 Dekalb West Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#497 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dekalb West Elementary School's ranking?
Dekalb West Elementary School is ranked #497 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Dekalb West Elementary School often compared to?
Dekalb West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dekalb Middle 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 34% TN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Dekalb West Elementary School?
466 students attend Dekalb West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Dekalb West Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Dekalb West Elementary School offer ?
Dekalb West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dekalb West Elementary School part of?
Dekalb West Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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