Serving 392 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meigs South Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Meigs South Elementary serves the southwest part of Decatur, TN, covering an area of approximately 107.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meigs South Elementary School's student population of 392 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
29 teachers
School Rankings
Meigs South 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 Meigs South Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#835 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
93%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meigs South Elementary School's ranking?
Meigs South Elementary School is ranked #835 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Meigs South Elementary School often compared to?
Meigs South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meigs North Elementary School, Rogers Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Meigs South Elementary School?
392 students attend Meigs South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Meigs South Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Meigs South Elementary School offer ?
Meigs South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meigs South Elementary School part of?
Meigs South Elementary School is part of Meigs County School District.
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