Serving 69 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Clairfield 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clairfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Clairfield Elementary School's student population of 69 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
69 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Clairfield 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 Clairfield Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#1396 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
n/a
21%
White
100%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
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 Clairfield Elementary School's ranking?
Clairfield Elementary School is ranked #1396 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Clairfield Elementary School often compared to?
Clairfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forge Ridge School, Ellen Myers Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Clairfield Elementary School?
69 students attend Clairfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Clairfield Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clairfield Elementary School?
Clairfield Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clairfield Elementary School offer ?
Clairfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clairfield Elementary School part of?
Clairfield Elementary School is part of Claiborne County School District.
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