Serving 565 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ralph Askins School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ralph Askins School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ralph Askins School's student population of 565 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
565 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where CURRENT learners become FUTURE leaders
School Rankings
Ralph Askins 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 Ralph Askins School is 0.67, which is more 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
#616 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
16%
Black
27%
20%
White
47%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ralph Askins School's ranking?
Ralph Askins School is ranked #616 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Ralph Askins School often compared to?
Ralph Askins Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Lincoln School, Unity School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Ralph Askins School?
565 students attend Ralph Askins School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Ralph Askins School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 19% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Ralph Askins School offer ?
Ralph Askins School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ralph Askins School part of?
Ralph Askins School is part of Fayetteville School District.
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