Serving 647 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dogwood Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 647 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dogwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dogwood Elementary School's student population of 647 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
647 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1977
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
All Dolphins Belong
School Rankings
Dogwood Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dogwood Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#29 out of 1728 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
2%
21%
White
84%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dogwood Elementary School's ranking?
Dogwood Elementary School is ranked #29 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Dogwood Elementary School often compared to?
Dogwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farmington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Dogwood Elementary School?
647 students attend Dogwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Dogwood Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dogwood Elementary School?
Dogwood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dogwood Elementary School offer ?
Dogwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dogwood Elementary School part of?
Dogwood Elementary School is part of Germantown School District.
In what neighborhood is Dogwood Elementary School located?
Dogwood Elementary School is located in the Farmington neighborhood of Germantown, TN.
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