Serving 730 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Newport Grammar 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 44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 730 students
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Newport Grammar School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Newport, TN, covering approximately 5.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newport Grammar School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Newport Grammar School's student population of 730 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
730 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
57 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning and Working to a Higher Standard.
School Rankings
Newport Grammar 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 Newport Grammar School is 0.32, 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
#372 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)20.1%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue and Yellow Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newport Grammar School's ranking?
Newport Grammar School is ranked #372 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Newport Grammar School often compared to?
Newport Grammar Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Elementary School, Edgemont Elementary School, Bridgeport Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Newport Grammar School?
730 students attend Newport Grammar School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Newport Grammar School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What grades does Newport Grammar School offer ?
Newport Grammar School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newport Grammar School part of?
Newport Grammar School is part of Newport School District.
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