Serving 369 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, East Cheatham Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Cheatham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
East Cheatham Elementary School's student population of 369 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Cheatham 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 East Cheatham Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#479 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Hispanic
13%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
83%
57%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Cheatham Elementary School's ranking?
East Cheatham Elementary School is ranked #479 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are East Cheatham Elementary School often compared to?
East Cheatham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashland City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend East Cheatham Elementary School?
369 students attend East Cheatham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of East Cheatham Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does East Cheatham Elementary School offer ?
East Cheatham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Cheatham Elementary School part of?
East Cheatham Elementary School is part of Cheatham County School District.
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