Serving 484 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Robert E Lee 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 39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert E Lee Elementary serves the northern part of Tullahoma, TN, covering an area of approximately 6.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert E Lee Elementary School's student population of 484 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
484 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Reaching for Success
School Rankings
Robert E Lee 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 Robert E Lee Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#449 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
3%
20%
White
79%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert E Lee Elementary School's ranking?
Robert E Lee Elementary School is ranked #449 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Robert E Lee Elementary School often compared to?
Robert E Lee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hickerson Elementary School, Bel Aire Elementary 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 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Robert E Lee Elementary School?
484 students attend Robert E Lee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Robert E Lee Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Robert E Lee Elementary School offer ?
Robert E Lee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert E Lee Elementary School part of?
Robert E Lee Elementary School is part of Tullahoma School District.
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