Serving 346 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Woodmore Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Woodmore Elementary serves the southern part of Chattanooga, TN, covering an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with the furthest distance being about 1.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodmore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Woodmore Elementary School's student population of 346 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
School Rankings
Woodmore Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodmore Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#925 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Hispanic
17%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
69%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodmore Elementary School's ranking?
Woodmore Elementary School is ranked #925 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Woodmore Elementary School?
346 students attend Woodmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Woodmore Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are White.
What grades does Woodmore Elementary School offer ?
Woodmore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodmore Elementary School part of?
Woodmore Elementary School is part of Hamilton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Woodmore Elementary School located?
Woodmore Elementary School is located in the Woodmore neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN.
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