Serving 363 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Parsons Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parsons Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Parsons Elementary School's student population of 363 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Parsons 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 Parsons 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
#634 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
1%
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
70%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Parsons Elementary School's ranking?
Parsons Elementary School is ranked #634 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Parsons Elementary School often compared to?
Parsons Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Decaturville Elementary School, Decatur County Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Parsons Elementary School?
363 students attend Parsons Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Parsons Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parsons Elementary School?
Parsons Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Parsons Elementary School offer ?
Parsons Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parsons Elementary School part of?
Parsons Elementary School is part of Decatur County School District.
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