Serving 562 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Newbern Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher 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 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newbern Elementary School's student population of 562 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Newbern Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newbern Elementary School is 0.36, which is less 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
#401 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
14%
21%
White
79%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newbern Elementary School's ranking?
Newbern Elementary School is ranked #401 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Newbern Elementary School often compared to?
Newbern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fifth Consolidated School, Holice Powell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Newbern Elementary School?
562 students attend Newbern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Newbern Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newbern Elementary School?
Newbern Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Newbern Elementary School offer ?
Newbern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newbern Elementary School part of?
Newbern Elementary School is part of Dyer County School District.
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