Serving 301 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Catons Chapel 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Catons Chapel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Catons Chapel Elementary School's student population of 301 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Catons Chapel 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 Catons Chapel Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#222 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
n/a
21%
White
86%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Catons Chapel Elementary School's ranking?
Catons Chapel Elementary School is ranked #222 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Catons Chapel Elementary School often compared to?
Catons Chapel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pittman Center Elementary School, New Center Elementary School, Pi Beta Phi Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Catons Chapel Elementary School?
301 students attend Catons Chapel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Catons Chapel Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Catons Chapel Elementary School?
Catons Chapel Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Catons Chapel Elementary School offer ?
Catons Chapel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Catons Chapel Elementary School part of?
Catons Chapel Elementary School is part of Sevier County School District.
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