Serving 982 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rockvale Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 982 students
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Rockvale Elementary serves the southwest part of Rockvale, TN, covering an area of approximately 64 square miles. Families within this zone can generally expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance being about 7.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockvale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rockvale Elementary School's student population of 982 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
982 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
61 teachers
School Motto
Where Children Learn to Succeed and Succeed at Learning
School Rankings
Rockvale Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rockvale Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#188 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
14%
16%
Black
8%
20%
White
71%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rockets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockvale Elementary School's ranking?
Rockvale Elementary School is ranked #188 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Rockvale Elementary School often compared to?
Rockvale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scales Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Rockvale Elementary School?
982 students attend Rockvale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Rockvale Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Rockvale Elementary School offer ?
Rockvale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rockvale Elementary School part of?
Rockvale Elementary School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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