Serving 530 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carter Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 33% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carter Elementary School's student population of 530 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
530 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To provide excellent and accessible learning opportunities that empower all students to realize their full potential.
School Rankings
Carter 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 Carter Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#872 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
3%
20%
White
83%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Knox County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carter Elementary School's ranking?
Carter Elementary School is ranked #872 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Carter Elementary School?
530 students attend Carter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Carter Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Carter Elementary School offer ?
Carter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carter Elementary School part of?
Carter Elementary School is part of Knox County School District.
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