Serving 404 students in grades 2-6, 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 9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-6
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Humboldt, TN school district, encompassing approximately 9.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Elementary School's student population of 404 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
404 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.56, 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
#1581 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
40%
Hispanic
13%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
62%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Elementary School's ranking?
East Elementary School is ranked #1581 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 Bradford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend East Elementary School?
404 students attend East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of East Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does East Elementary School offer ?
East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Elementary School part of?
East Elementary School is part of Humboldt City Schools.
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