Serving 252 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Holice Powell 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 55-59% (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 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Holice Powell Elementary serves the southeastern part of Dyersburg, TN, covering an area of approximately 83.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holice Powell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Holice Powell Elementary School's student population of 252 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
252 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Holice Powell 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 Holice Powell Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#280 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
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)
55-59%
40%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holice Powell Elementary School's ranking?
Holice Powell Elementary School is ranked #280 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Holice Powell Elementary School often compared to?
Holice Powell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fifth Consolidated School, Finley Elementary School, Newbern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Holice Powell Elementary School?
252 students attend Holice Powell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Holice Powell Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Holice Powell Elementary School offer ?
Holice Powell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holice Powell Elementary School part of?
Holice Powell Elementary School is part of Dyer County School District.
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