Serving 389 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake City 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lake City Elementary School's student population of 389 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake City 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 Lake City Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#1025 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
1%
21%
White
93%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
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 Lake City Elementary School's ranking?
Lake City Elementary School is ranked #1025 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Lake City Elementary School often compared to?
Lake City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Andersonville 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 34% TN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Lake City Elementary School?
389 students attend Lake City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Lake City Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake City Elementary School?
Lake City Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lake City Elementary School offer ?
Lake City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake City Elementary School part of?
Lake City Elementary School is part of Anderson County School District.
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