Serving 415 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bethel Springs Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 21% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethel Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Bethel Springs Elementary School's student population of 415 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
If it is to be, it is up to me!
School Rankings
Bethel Springs 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 Bethel Springs Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#1300 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
3%
20%
White
92%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethel Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Bethel Springs Elementary School is ranked #1300 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Bethel Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Bethel Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Selmer Elementary School, Ramer Elementary School, Adamsville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Bethel Springs Elementary School?
415 students attend Bethel Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bethel Springs Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Bethel Springs Elementary School offer ?
Bethel Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bethel Springs Elementary School part of?
Bethel Springs Elementary School is part of Mcnairy County School District.
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