Serving 341 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Copper Basin Elementary School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Copper Basin Elementary School's student population of 341 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Copper Basin Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Copper Basin Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#643 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
13%
Black
n/a
21%
White
97%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Copper Basin Elementary School's ranking?
Copper Basin Elementary School is ranked #643 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Copper Basin Elementary School often compared to?
Copper Basin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Polk Elementary School, Benton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Copper Basin Elementary School?
341 students attend Copper Basin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Copper Basin Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Copper Basin Elementary School?
Copper Basin Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Copper Basin Elementary School offer ?
Copper Basin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Copper Basin Elementary School part of?
Copper Basin Elementary School is part of Polk County School District.
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