Serving 207 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Porter Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Porter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Porter Elementary School's student population of 207 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
207 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Porter Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Porter Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#500 out of 1721 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
2%
21%
White
92%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Porter Elementary School's ranking?
Porter Elementary School is ranked #500 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Porter Elementary School often compared to?
Porter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walland Elementary School, Alcoa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Porter Elementary School?
207 students attend Porter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Porter Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Porter Elementary School?
Porter Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Porter Elementary School offer ?
Porter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Porter Elementary School part of?
Porter Elementary School is part of Blount County School District.
School Reviews
5 9/29/2021
Amazing 10/10.
5 2/17/2011
i love my school ot has great teachers it has a good basketball program and an awesome gym teacher and art,music,library,guidance, and tech teacher
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