Serving 417 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, New Prospect 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 39% (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%).
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Prospect Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Lawrenceburg, TN, encompassing approximately 618 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 25.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Prospect Elementary School's student population of 417 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
417 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Prospect 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 New Prospect Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#727 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
16%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
20%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 New Prospect Elementary School's ranking?
New Prospect Elementary School is ranked #727 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are New Prospect Elementary School often compared to?
New Prospect Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leoma Elementary School, Lawrenceburg Public by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% 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 New Prospect Elementary School?
417 students attend New Prospect Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of New Prospect Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does New Prospect Elementary School offer ?
New Prospect Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Prospect Elementary School part of?
New Prospect Elementary School is part of Lawrence County School District.
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