Serving 72 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gap Creek 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gap Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gap Creek Elementary School's student population of 72 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
72 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gap Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gap Creek Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#637 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
1%
21%
White
88%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gap Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Gap Creek Elementary School is ranked #637 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Gap Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Gap Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Hopewell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Gap Creek Elementary School?
72 students attend Gap Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Gap Creek Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gap Creek Elementary School?
Gap Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gap Creek Elementary School offer ?
Gap Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gap Creek Elementary School part of?
Gap Creek Elementary School is part of Knox County School District.
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