Serving 76 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gap Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gap Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gap Creek Elementary School's student population of 76 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
76 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gap Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gap Creek Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#375 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
1%
21%
White
87%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gap Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Gap Creek Elementary School is ranked #375 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Gap Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Gap Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Hopewell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Gap Creek Elementary School?
76 students attend Gap Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Gap Creek Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gap Creek Elementary School?
Gap Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gap Creek Elementary School offer ?
Gap Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gap Creek Elementary School part of?
Gap Creek Elementary School is part of Knox County School District.
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