Serving 495 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Algood 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 51% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Algood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Algood Elementary School's student population of 495 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Motto
Let Your Light Shine!
School Rankings
Algood 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 Algood Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#178 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
10%
16%
Black
3%
20%
White
85%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Putnam County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Braves
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Algood Elementary School's ranking?
Algood Elementary School is ranked #178 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Algood Elementary School often compared to?
Algood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Capshaw Elementary School, Northeast 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 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Algood Elementary School?
495 students attend Algood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Algood Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Algood Elementary School offer ?
Algood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Algood Elementary School part of?
Algood Elementary School is part of Putnam County School District.
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