Serving 250 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dodson Branch Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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-8
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Dodson Branch Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Cookeville, TN, covering approximately 319.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 10.6 miles and the furthest point reaching 20.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dodson Branch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Dodson Branch Elementary School's student population of 250 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
250 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
20 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 38-year historical data
School Rankings
Dodson Branch 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 Dodson Branch 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
#321 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
95%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Dodson Branch Elementary School's ranking?
Dodson Branch Elementary School is ranked #321 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Dodson Branch Elementary School?
250 students attend Dodson Branch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Dodson Branch Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Dodson Branch Elementary School offer ?
Dodson Branch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dodson Branch Elementary School part of?
Dodson Branch Elementary School is part of Jackson County School District.
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