Serving 915 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, South Gibson County Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 915 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Gibson County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Gibson County Elementary School's student population of 915 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
915 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
South Gibson County Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Gibson County 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
#142 out of 1728 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
7%
21%
White
86%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Gibson County Elementary School's ranking?
South Gibson County Elementary School is ranked #142 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are South Gibson County Elementary School often compared to?
South Gibson County Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beech Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend South Gibson County Elementary School?
915 students attend South Gibson County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of South Gibson County Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Gibson County Elementary School?
South Gibson County Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Gibson County Elementary School offer ?
South Gibson County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Gibson County Elementary School part of?
South Gibson County Elementary School is part of Gibson Co Special School District.
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