Serving 425 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dorothy And Noble Harrelson 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 59% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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: 425 students
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Dorothy and Noble Harrelson School serves the northwest part of Puryear, TN, covering an area of approximately 244.5 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 15.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School's student population of 425 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
37 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Dorothy And Noble Harrelson 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 Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School is 0.20, 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
#273 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School's ranking?
Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School is ranked #273 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School often compared to?
Dorothy And Noble Harrelson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry Elementary School, Lakewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School?
425 students attend Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School offer ?
Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School part of?
Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School is part of Henry County School District.
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