Serving 864 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Munford Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 56% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 864 students
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Munford Elementary serves the southwest part of Munford, TN, covering an area of approximately 20.9 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Munford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Munford Elementary School's student population of 864 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
864 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
48 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Rankings
Munford Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Munford Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#230 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
16%
Black
10%
20%
White
77%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Munford Elementary School's ranking?
Munford Elementary School is ranked #230 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Munford Elementary School often compared to?
Munford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Drummonds Elementary School, Atoka Elementary School, Brighton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Munford Elementary School?
864 students attend Munford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Munford Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Munford Elementary School offer ?
Munford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Munford Elementary School part of?
Munford Elementary School is part of Tipton County School District.
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