Serving 413 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Findlay Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Findlay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Findlay Elementary School's student population of 413 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
29 teachers
Year Founded
1910
School Calendar
School Rankings
Findlay Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Findlay Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#152 out of 1728 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
2%
20%
White
87%
57%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcons
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Findlay Elementary School's ranking?
Findlay Elementary School is ranked #152 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Findlay Elementary School often compared to?
Findlay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cassville Elementary School, Woodland Park Elementary School, Northfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Findlay Elementary School?
413 students attend Findlay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Findlay Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Findlay Elementary School offer ?
Findlay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Findlay Elementary School part of?
Findlay Elementary School is part of White County School District.
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