Serving 312 students in grades 3-6, Gordonsville 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 50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gordonsville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gordonsville Elementary School's student population of 312 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Gordonsville 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 Gordonsville Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#215 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
1%
21%
White
90%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
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 Gordonsville Elementary School's ranking?
Gordonsville Elementary School is ranked #215 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Gordonsville Elementary School often compared to?
Gordonsville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carthage Elementary School, Union Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Gordonsville Elementary School?
312 students attend Gordonsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Gordonsville Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gordonsville Elementary School?
Gordonsville Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gordonsville Elementary School offer ?
Gordonsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gordonsville Elementary School part of?
Gordonsville Elementary School is part of Smith County School District.
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