Serving 512 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Parrottsville 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 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Parrottsville Elementary serves the northeast part of Parrottsville, TN, covering an attendance area of approximately 78.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 8.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parrottsville Elementary School's student population of 512 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
512 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Parrottsville 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 Parrottsville 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
#692 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
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)25.6%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
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 Parrottsville Elementary School's ranking?
Parrottsville Elementary School is ranked #692 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Parrottsville Elementary School often compared to?
Parrottsville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Elementary School, Newport Grammar School, Bridgeport Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Parrottsville Elementary School?
512 students attend Parrottsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Parrottsville Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Parrottsville Elementary School offer ?
Parrottsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parrottsville Elementary School part of?
Parrottsville Elementary School is part of Cocke County School District.
School Reviews
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My children are third generation students at Parrottsville School there have been many changes over the years one thing that has not changed is the level of professionalism the teachers and staff show to students and parents alike. I am very comfortable with Parrottsville and the way teachers treat my children.
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