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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joppa Elementary School's student population of 404 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joppa 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 Joppa Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#779 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
13%
Black
1%
21%
White
97%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #779 out of 1,721 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 Bean Station Elementary School, Rutledge Elementary School, Washburn School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% 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?
97% of Joppa Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joppa Elementary School?
Joppa Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Joppa Elementary School offer ?
Joppa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Joppa Elementary School part of?
Joppa Elementary School is part of Grainger County School District.
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