Serving 517 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Moore Magnet 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 36% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moore Magnet Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Moore Magnet Elementary School's student population of 517 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
School Mascot
Blue Jays
School Rankings
Moore Magnet 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 Moore Magnet Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#792 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
31%
21%
White
42%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Jays
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moore Magnet Elementary School's ranking?
Moore Magnet Elementary School is ranked #792 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Moore Magnet Elementary School often compared to?
Moore Magnet Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rossview Elementary School, Barksdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Moore Magnet Elementary School?
517 students attend Moore Magnet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Moore Magnet Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moore Magnet Elementary School?
Moore Magnet Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Moore Magnet Elementary School offer ?
Moore Magnet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moore Magnet Elementary School part of?
Moore Magnet Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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