Serving 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Powell Valley 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 22% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Powell Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Powell Valley Elementary School's student population of 308 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Powell Valley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Powell Valley Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#1005 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
13%
Black
n/a
21%
White
98%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powell Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Powell Valley Elementary School is ranked #1005 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Powell Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Powell Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midway Elementary School, Ellen Myers Primary, Forge Ridge School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Powell Valley Elementary School?
308 students attend Powell Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Powell Valley Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Powell Valley Elementary School?
Powell Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Powell Valley Elementary School offer ?
Powell Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Powell Valley Elementary School part of?
Powell Valley Elementary School is part of Claiborne County School District.
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