Serving 404 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Joppa Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Joppa Elementary serves the southwest part of Rutledge, TN, covering an area of approximately 62.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 11.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joppa Elementary School's student population of 404 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
404 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joppa 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 Joppa Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#541 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
20%
Showing 1999–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 Joppa Elementary School's ranking?
Joppa Elementary School is ranked #541 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Joppa Elementary School often compared to?
Joppa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rutledge Elementary School, Bean Station Elementary School, Washburn School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Joppa Elementary School?
404 students attend Joppa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Joppa Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Joppa Elementary School offer ?
Joppa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joppa Elementary School part of?
Joppa Elementary School is part of Grainger County School District.
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