Serving 331 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Gainesboro Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
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 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- 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 331 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
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Gainesboro Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 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 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#698 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
1%
21%
White
94%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gainesboro Elementary School's ranking?
Gainesboro Elementary School is ranked #698 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Gainesboro Elementary School?
331 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, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gainesboro Elementary School part of?
Gainesboro Elementary School is part of Jackson County School District.
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