Serving 307 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Minor Hill School ranks in the top 30% 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 51% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Minor Hill School serves the southwest part of its district in Minor Hill, TN, covering an area of approximately 104.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Minor Hill School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Minor Hill School's student population of 307 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
307 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Minor Hill School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Minor Hill School is 0.17, 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
#402 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)19.5%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
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 Minor Hill School's ranking?
Minor Hill School is ranked #402 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Minor Hill School often compared to?
Minor Hill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elkton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Minor Hill School?
307 students attend Minor Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Minor Hill School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Minor Hill School offer ?
Minor Hill School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Minor Hill School part of?
Minor Hill School is part of Giles County School District.
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