Serving 394 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Towne Acres Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Towne Acres 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
Towne Acres Elementary School's student population of 394 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Towne Acres Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Towne Acres Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#38 out of 1728 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
5%
21%
White
75%
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
16%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Towne Acres Elementary School's ranking?
Towne Acres Elementary School is ranked #38 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Towne Acres Elementary School often compared to?
Towne Acres Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Ridge Elementary School, Fairmont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Towne Acres Elementary School?
394 students attend Towne Acres Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Towne Acres Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Towne Acres Elementary School?
Towne Acres Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Towne Acres Elementary School offer ?
Towne Acres Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Towne Acres Elementary School part of?
Towne Acres Elementary School is part of Johnson City School District.
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