Serving 621 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Summertown 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 58% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Summertown Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Summertown, TN, encompassing approximately 618 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 20.1 miles and the furthest edge located 33.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summertown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Summertown Elementary School's student population of 621 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
621 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Summertown 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 Summertown Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#266 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
96%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summertown Elementary School's ranking?
Summertown Elementary School is ranked #266 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Summertown Elementary School often compared to?
Summertown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ingram Sowell Elementary School, Leoma Elementary School, Lawrenceburg Public by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Summertown Elementary School?
621 students attend Summertown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Summertown Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Summertown Elementary School offer ?
Summertown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Summertown Elementary School part of?
Summertown Elementary School is part of Lawrence County School District.
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