Serving 461 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elzie D Patton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Elzie D Patton Elementary School serves the northwest part of Mount Juliet, TN, covering an area of approximately 15.6 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elzie D Patton 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
Elzie D Patton Elementary School's student population of 461 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
461 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
34 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 16-year historical data
School Rankings
Elzie D Patton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elzie D Patton Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#244 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Black
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
White
65%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elzie D Patton Elementary School's ranking?
Elzie D Patton Elementary School is ranked #244 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Elzie D Patton Elementary School often compared to?
Elzie D Patton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stoner Creek Elementary School, Mt. Juliet Elementary School, Lakeview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Elzie D Patton Elementary School?
461 students attend Elzie D Patton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Elzie D Patton Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Elzie D Patton Elementary School offer ?
Elzie D Patton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elzie D Patton Elementary School part of?
Elzie D Patton Elementary School is part of Wilson County School District.
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