Serving 526 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, East Chester Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: East Chester Elementary School serves the northern part of Henderson, TN, covering an area of approximately 89.7 square miles, where families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 7.8 miles, with the furthest edge reaching up to 10.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Chester 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
East Chester Elementary School's student population of 526 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
526 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Chester Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Chester Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#124 out of 1728 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
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
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Chester Elementary School's ranking?
East Chester Elementary School is ranked #124 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are East Chester Elementary School often compared to?
East Chester Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like W Chester Elementary School, Huntingdon Primary, Jacks Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend East Chester Elementary School?
526 students attend East Chester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of East Chester Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does East Chester Elementary School offer ?
East Chester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Chester Elementary School part of?
East Chester Elementary School is part of Chester County School District.
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