Serving 1,172 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Brainerd Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 36% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,172 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Brainerd Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
East Brainerd Elementary School's student population of 1,172 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,172 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
School Rankings
East Brainerd Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Brainerd Elementary School is 0.76, which is more 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
#615 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
20%
15%
Black
34%
21%
White
28%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
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 East Brainerd Elementary School's ranking?
East Brainerd Elementary School is ranked #615 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are East Brainerd Elementary School often compared to?
East Brainerd Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apison Elementary School, Westview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend East Brainerd Elementary School?
1,172 students attend East Brainerd Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of East Brainerd Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Brainerd Elementary School?
East Brainerd Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Brainerd Elementary School offer ?
East Brainerd Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Brainerd Elementary School part of?
East Brainerd Elementary School is part of Hamilton County School District.
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