Serving 702 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carmel 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 62% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 32% 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: 702 students
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carmel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carmel Elementary School's student population of 702 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
702 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
It's a wonderful day to be a Carmel Colt!
School Rankings
Carmel 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 Carmel Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#131 out of 1728 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
16%
Black
10%
20%
White
68%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmel Elementary School's ranking?
Carmel Elementary School is ranked #131 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Carmel Elementary School often compared to?
Carmel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sango Elementary School, East Montgomery Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Carmel Elementary School?
702 students attend Carmel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Carmel Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Carmel Elementary School offer ?
Carmel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carmel Elementary School part of?
Carmel Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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