Serving 650 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Jasper 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 33% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jasper Elementary School's student population of 650 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
650 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jasper 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 Jasper Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#1012 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
3%
21%
White
86%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Jasper Elementary School's ranking?
Jasper Elementary School is ranked #1012 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Jasper Elementary School often compared to?
Jasper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Pittsburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Jasper Elementary School?
650 students attend Jasper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Jasper Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jasper Elementary School?
Jasper Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jasper Elementary School offer ?
Jasper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jasper Elementary School part of?
Jasper Elementary School is part of Marion County School District.
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