Serving 607 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Alamo Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alamo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Alamo Elementary School's student population of 607 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
607 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alamo Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alamo Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#181 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
19%
15%
Black
10%
21%
White
67%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alamo Elementary School's ranking?
Alamo Elementary School is ranked #181 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Alamo Elementary School often compared to?
Alamo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bells Elementary School, Gadsden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Alamo Elementary School?
607 students attend Alamo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Alamo Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alamo Elementary School?
Alamo Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Alamo Elementary School offer ?
Alamo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Alamo Elementary School part of?
Alamo Elementary School is part of Alamo School District.
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