Serving 626 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Paul G. Caywood 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 47% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul G. Caywood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Paul G. Caywood Elementary School's student population of 626 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paul G. Caywood Elementary 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 Paul G. Caywood Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#442 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
15%
21%
White
65%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Paul G. Caywood Elementary School's ranking?
Paul G. Caywood Elementary School is ranked #442 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Paul G. Caywood Elementary School often compared to?
Paul G. Caywood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beech Elementary School, Merrol Hyde Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Paul G. Caywood Elementary School?
626 students attend Paul G. Caywood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Paul G. Caywood Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul G. Caywood Elementary School?
Paul G. Caywood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Paul G. Caywood Elementary School offer ?
Paul G. Caywood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul G. Caywood Elementary School part of?
Paul G. Caywood Elementary School is part of Lexington School District.
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