Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Erin 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Erin Elementary serves the eastern part of Erin, TN, covering an area of approximately 123.7 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Erin Elementary School's student population of 410 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
410 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
28 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Rankings
Erin 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 Erin 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
#1500 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
2%
20%
White
83%
57%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
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 Erin Elementary School's ranking?
Erin Elementary School is ranked #1500 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Erin Elementary School often compared to?
Erin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tennessee Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Erin Elementary School?
410 students attend Erin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Erin Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Erin Elementary School offer ?
Erin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Erin Elementary School part of?
Erin Elementary School is part of Houston County School District.
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