Serving 326 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pi Beta Phi Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pi Beta Phi Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Pi Beta Phi Elementary School's student population of 326 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1912
School Calendar
Campus Size
5
School Motto
Honoring the Past, Treasuring the Present, and Shaping the Future
School Rankings
Pi Beta Phi Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pi Beta Phi Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#797 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
61%
15%
Black
1%
21%
White
31%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Pi Beta Phi Elementary School's ranking?
Pi Beta Phi Elementary School is ranked #797 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Pi Beta Phi Elementary School often compared to?
Pi Beta Phi Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Center Elementary School, Pittman Center Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Pi Beta Phi Elementary School?
326 students attend Pi Beta Phi Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Pi Beta Phi Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pi Beta Phi Elementary School?
Pi Beta Phi Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pi Beta Phi Elementary School offer ?
Pi Beta Phi Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pi Beta Phi Elementary School part of?
Pi Beta Phi Elementary School is part of Sevier County School District.
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