Serving 42 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Tennessee School For Deaf Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tennessee School For Deaf Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Tennessee School For Deaf Elementary School's student population of 42 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
42 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
100 acres
School Rankings
Tennessee School For Deaf 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 Tennessee School For Deaf Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#1416 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
12%
21%
White
69%
57%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
45%
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 Tennessee School For Deaf Elementary School's ranking?
Tennessee School For Deaf Elementary School is ranked #1416 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Tennessee School For Deaf Elementary School?
42 students attend Tennessee School For Deaf Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Tennessee School For Deaf Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tennessee School For Deaf Elementary School?
Tennessee School For Deaf Elementary School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tennessee School For Deaf Elementary School offer ?
Tennessee School For Deaf Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tennessee School For Deaf Elementary School part of?
Tennessee School For Deaf Elementary School is part of Tennessee Schools For The Deaf.
School Reviews
Review Tennessee School For Deaf Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Texas Schools Enrollment Trends & Policy in 2025
Latest data and policy changes on Texas public school enrollment growth, funding, and virtual education in 2025.
Financial Aid & Hidden Costs in Public Schools
Learn about financial aid and hidden costs in public schools. Discover what parents should budget for beyond tuition-free education.
NYC Schools Still Most Segregated in 2025
Despite reforms, New York City schools remain the most segregated in the U.S. in 2025. Here鈥檚 what parents and educators need to know.
