Serving 330 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Gainesboro Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gainesboro Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Gainesboro Elementary School's student population of 330 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gainesboro Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gainesboro Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#406 out of 1721 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
1%
21%
White
94%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gainesboro Elementary School's ranking?
Gainesboro Elementary School is ranked #406 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Gainesboro Elementary School?
330 students attend Gainesboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Gainesboro Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gainesboro Elementary School?
Gainesboro Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gainesboro Elementary School offer ?
Gainesboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Gainesboro Elementary School part of?
Gainesboro Elementary School is part of Jackson County School District.
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