Serving 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Coles Ferry Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 52% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coles Ferry Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Coles Ferry Elementary School's student population of 547 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Coles Ferry Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coles Ferry Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#355 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
18%
15%
Black
16%
21%
White
54%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
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 Coles Ferry Elementary School's ranking?
Coles Ferry Elementary School is ranked #355 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Coles Ferry Elementary School often compared to?
Coles Ferry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sam Houston Elementary School, Castle Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Coles Ferry Elementary School?
547 students attend Coles Ferry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Coles Ferry Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Coles Ferry Elementary School?
Coles Ferry Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Coles Ferry Elementary School offer ?
Coles Ferry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Coles Ferry Elementary School part of?
Coles Ferry Elementary School is part of Lebanon School District.
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