Serving 580 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, South Cumberland Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Cumberland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Cumberland Elementary School's student population of 580 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
580 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
'Empowering each student with the skills to be a productive citizen.'
School Rankings
South Cumberland Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Cumberland Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#289 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
2%
21%
White
92%
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
59%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 South Cumberland Elementary School's ranking?
South Cumberland Elementary School is ranked #289 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are South Cumberland Elementary School often compared to?
South Cumberland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Homestead Elementary School, Stone Elementary School, Frank P. Brown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend South Cumberland Elementary School?
580 students attend South Cumberland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of South Cumberland Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Cumberland Elementary School?
South Cumberland Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Cumberland Elementary School offer ?
South Cumberland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Cumberland Elementary School part of?
South Cumberland Elementary School is part of Cumberland County School District.
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