Serving 235 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
North Lake Elementary School's student population of 235 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
235 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Lake Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#554 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
2%
21%
White
93%
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
54%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 North Lake Elementary School's ranking?
North Lake Elementary School is ranked #554 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend North Lake Elementary School?
235 students attend North Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of North Lake Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Lake Elementary School?
North Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Lake Elementary School offer ?
North Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Lake Elementary School part of?
North Lake Elementary School is part of Franklin County School District.
School Reviews
5 12/7/2015
My name is casey franks I started at north lake the first year it opened we buried a time capsule that year and was trying to find out when it is to be opened if someone would let me know I would be grateful thanks and God bless
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