Serving 124 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Grassy Fork 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grassy Fork Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Grassy Fork Elementary School's student population of 124 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
124 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Motto
Empower students to succeed
School Mascot
Ravens
School Rankings
Grassy Fork Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grassy Fork Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#321 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
n/a
21%
White
94%
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
54%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ravens
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grassy Fork Elementary School's ranking?
Grassy Fork Elementary School is ranked #321 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Grassy Fork Elementary School?
124 students attend Grassy Fork Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Grassy Fork Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grassy Fork Elementary School?
Grassy Fork Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Grassy Fork Elementary School offer ?
Grassy Fork Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grassy Fork Elementary School part of?
Grassy Fork Elementary School is part of Cocke County School District.
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