Serving 319 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clyde Riggs Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clyde Riggs Elementary School's student population of 319 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Clyde Riggs Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clyde Riggs Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#404 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
3%
21%
White
76%
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
38%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Clyde Riggs Elementary School's ranking?
Clyde Riggs Elementary School is ranked #404 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Clyde Riggs Elementary School often compared to?
Clyde Riggs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Lake Elementary School, Oakmont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Clyde Riggs Elementary School?
319 students attend Clyde Riggs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Clyde Riggs Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clyde Riggs Elementary School?
Clyde Riggs Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clyde Riggs Elementary School offer ?
Clyde Riggs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clyde Riggs Elementary School part of?
Clyde Riggs Elementary School is part of Sumner County School District.
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