Serving 149 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Petros Joyner Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 3% 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-8
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Petros Joyner Elementary serves the eastern part of Oliver Springs, TN, covering an area of approximately 32 square miles. Most families live within a typical driving distance of 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 5.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Petros Joyner Elementary School's student population of 149 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
149 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
13 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child, Every Class, Every Day
School Rankings
Petros Joyner Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Petros Joyner Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#1505 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Hispanic
1%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
20%
White
97%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Petros Joyner Elementary School's ranking?
Petros Joyner Elementary School is ranked #1505 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Petros Joyner Elementary School?
149 students attend Petros Joyner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Petros Joyner Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Petros Joyner Elementary School offer ?
Petros Joyner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Petros Joyner Elementary School part of?
Petros Joyner Elementary School is part of Morgan County School District.
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