Serving 395 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Hamilton County 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: North Hamilton Elementary serves the northern part of Sale Creek, TN, covering an attendance area of approximately 73.4 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of around 10 to 12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.8 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Hamilton County 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
North Hamilton County Elementary School's student population of 395 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 29-year historical data
School Rankings
North Hamilton County 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 North Hamilton County Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#222 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
1%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
88%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Hamilton County Elementary School's ranking?
North Hamilton County Elementary School is ranked #222 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are North Hamilton County Elementary School often compared to?
North Hamilton County Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Soddy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend North Hamilton County Elementary School?
395 students attend North Hamilton County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of North Hamilton County Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does North Hamilton County Elementary School offer ?
North Hamilton County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Hamilton County Elementary School part of?
North Hamilton County Elementary School is part of Hamilton County School District.
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