Serving 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Elementary School serves the northern part of Jackson, TN, covering an area of approximately 54.1 square miles, with most families typically driving 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school. The furthest point in the attendance zone is about 10.3 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Elementary School's student population of 492 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
492 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
34 teachers
Campus Size
75 acres
School Motto
Best by Any Measure
School Rankings
East Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#1169 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
14%
16%
Black
44%
20%
White
30%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Elementary School's ranking?
East Elementary School is ranked #1169 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are East Elementary School often compared to?
East Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pope School, Thelma Barker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend East Elementary School?
492 students attend East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of East Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does East Elementary School offer ?
East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Elementary School part of?
East Elementary School is part of Madison County School District.
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