Serving 179 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hornsby 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hornsby Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in Hornsby, TN, covering an area of approximately 56.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hornsby Elementary School's student population of 179 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
179 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
12 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hornsby 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 Hornsby Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#634 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Black
13%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hornsby Elementary School's ranking?
Hornsby Elementary School is ranked #634 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Hornsby Elementary School often compared to?
Hornsby Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Toone Elementary School, Bolivar Elementary School, Whiteville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Hornsby Elementary School?
179 students attend Hornsby Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Hornsby Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Hornsby Elementary School offer ?
Hornsby Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hornsby Elementary School part of?
Hornsby Elementary School is part of Hardeman County Schools.
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