Serving 542 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Philadelphia Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philadelphia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Philadelphia Elementary School's student population of 542 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#753 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
1%
21%
White
89%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Philadelphia Elementary School's ranking?
Philadelphia Elementary School is ranked #753 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Philadelphia Elementary School often compared to?
Philadelphia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loudon Elementary School, Eaton Elementary School, Highland Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Philadelphia Elementary School?
542 students attend Philadelphia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Philadelphia Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Philadelphia Elementary School?
Philadelphia Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Philadelphia Elementary School offer ?
Philadelphia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Philadelphia Elementary School part of?
Philadelphia Elementary School is part of Loudon County School District.
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