Serving 561 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, South Fentress 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 30% (which is lower 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: 561 students
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Fentress Elementary School's student population of 561 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
561 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
South Fentress 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 South Fentress 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
#950 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
93%
57%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Fentress Elementary School's ranking?
South Fentress Elementary School is ranked #950 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are South Fentress Elementary School often compared to?
South Fentress Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Haven Elementary School, Allardt Elementary School, York Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend South Fentress Elementary School?
561 students attend South Fentress Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of South Fentress Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does South Fentress Elementary School offer ?
South Fentress Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Fentress Elementary School part of?
South Fentress Elementary School is part of Fentress County School District.
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