Serving 710 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Adamsville Elementary School ranks in the top 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 31% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adamsville Elementary School's student population of 710 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
710 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
51 teachers
Year Founded
2020
Colors
Red and White
School Motto
The Cardinal Way
School Rankings
Adamsville 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 Adamsville Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#749 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
93%
57%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adamsville Elementary School's ranking?
Adamsville Elementary School is ranked #749 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Adamsville Elementary School often compared to?
Adamsville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Selmer Elementary School, Bethel Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Adamsville Elementary School?
710 students attend Adamsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Adamsville Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Adamsville Elementary School offer ?
Adamsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Adamsville Elementary School part of?
Adamsville Elementary School is part of Mcnairy County School District.
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