Serving 349 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Coffee 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Coffee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Coffee Elementary School's student population of 349 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
North Coffee 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 North Coffee Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#271 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
3%
21%
White
85%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
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 Coffee Elementary School's ranking?
North Coffee Elementary School is ranked #271 out of 1,761 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend North Coffee Elementary School?
349 students attend North Coffee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of North Coffee Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Coffee Elementary School?
North Coffee Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Coffee Elementary School offer ?
North Coffee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Coffee Elementary School part of?
North Coffee Elementary School is part of Coffee County School District.
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