Serving 85 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Del Rio Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Del Rio Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Del Rio Elementary School's student population of 85 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
85 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Del Rio Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Rio Elementary School is 0.04, which is less 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
#1017 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Hispanic
2%
16%
White
98%
57%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.5%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojan
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Rio Elementary School's ranking?
Del Rio Elementary School is ranked #1017 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Del Rio Elementary School?
85 students attend Del Rio Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Del Rio Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Del Rio Elementary School offer ?
Del Rio Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Del Rio Elementary School part of?
Del Rio Elementary School is part of Cocke County School District.
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