Serving 257 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 10% 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-5
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: North Lake Elementary serves the northwest part of Tullahoma, TN, covering an area of approximately 37.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 6.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
North Lake Elementary School's student population of 257 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
257 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
17 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Lake 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 North Lake Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#554 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 North Lake Elementary School's ranking?
North Lake Elementary School is ranked #554 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend North Lake Elementary School?
257 students attend North Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of North Lake Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does North Lake Elementary School offer ?
North Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Lake Elementary School part of?
North Lake Elementary School is part of Franklin County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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