Serving 628 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Pope 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 41% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pope Elementary serves the northwest part of Jackson, TN, encompassing an area of approximately 56 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, reaching up to 9.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pope School's student population of 628 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
628 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
41 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Pope 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 Pope School is 0.64, which is more 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
#856 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
11%
16%
Black
53%
20%
White
25%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pope School's ranking?
Pope School is ranked #856 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Pope School often compared to?
Pope Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thelma Barker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Pope School?
628 students attend Pope School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Pope School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What grades does Pope School offer ?
Pope School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pope School part of?
Pope School is part of Madison County School District.
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