Serving 132 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Grassy Fork 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Grassy Fork Elementary serves the southern part of Hartford, TN, covering an attendance zone of approximately 46.4 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grassy Fork Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Grassy Fork Elementary School's student population of 132 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
132 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
11 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1963
School Motto
Empower students to succeed
School Rankings
Grassy Fork 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 Grassy Fork Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#321 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Hispanic
5%
16%
White
91%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2012–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Ravens
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grassy Fork Elementary School's ranking?
Grassy Fork Elementary School is ranked #321 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Grassy Fork Elementary School?
132 students attend Grassy Fork Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Grassy Fork Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Grassy Fork Elementary School offer ?
Grassy Fork Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grassy Fork Elementary School part of?
Grassy Fork Elementary School is part of Cocke County School District.
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