Serving 1,064 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pisgah 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 33% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,064 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pisgah Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pisgah Elementary School's student population of 1,064 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,064 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Pisgah Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pisgah Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#723 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
18%
15%
Black
29%
21%
White
38%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
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 Pisgah Elementary School's ranking?
Pisgah Elementary School is ranked #723 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Pisgah Elementary School often compared to?
Pisgah Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hazelwood 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 31% TN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Pisgah Elementary School?
1,064 students attend Pisgah Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Pisgah Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pisgah Elementary School?
Pisgah Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pisgah Elementary School offer ?
Pisgah Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pisgah Elementary School part of?
Pisgah Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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