Serving 468 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Elementary serves the southeast part of Pinson, TN, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 61.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, while the furthest boundary is located 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
South Elementary School's student population of 468 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Students, Inspiring Success
School Rankings
South 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 South Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#321 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Hispanic
13%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Elementary School's ranking?
South Elementary School is ranked #321 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are South Elementary School often compared to?
South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Isaac Lane Technology Magnet Elementary School, Thelma Barker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend South Elementary School?
468 students attend South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of South Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does South Elementary School offer ?
South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Elementary School part of?
South Elementary School is part of Madison County School District.
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