Serving 854 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stewartsboro Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 854 students
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stewartsboro Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Stewartsboro Elementary School's student population of 854 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
854 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
53 teachers
School Rankings
Stewartsboro 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 Stewartsboro Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#317 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
34%
16%
Black
9%
20%
White
47%
57%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.1%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stewartsboro Elementary School's ranking?
Stewartsboro Elementary School is ranked #317 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Stewartsboro Elementary School often compared to?
Stewartsboro Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like David Youree Elementary School, Smyrna Elementary School, Stewarts Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Stewartsboro Elementary School?
854 students attend Stewartsboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Stewartsboro Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Stewartsboro Elementary School offer ?
Stewartsboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stewartsboro Elementary School part of?
Stewartsboro Elementary School is part of Rutherford County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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