Serving 550 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Trenton 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Trenton Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district of Trenton, TN, encompassing approximately 112.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 8.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trenton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Trenton Elementary School's student population of 550 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
550 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
37 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Trenton 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 Trenton Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#414 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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)
35-39%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trenton Elementary School's ranking?
Trenton Elementary School is ranked #414 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Trenton Elementary School often compared to?
Trenton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trenton Middle School, Peabody High School, South Gibson County 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Trenton Elementary School?
550 students attend Trenton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Trenton Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Trenton Elementary School offer ?
Trenton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Trenton Elementary School part of?
Trenton Elementary School is part of Trenton School District.
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