Serving 186 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Valley Forge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Forge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Valley Forge Elementary School's student population of 186 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
186 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
15 teachers
School Rankings
Valley Forge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Forge Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#254 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
n/a
20%
White
95%
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
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Forge Elementary School's ranking?
Valley Forge Elementary School is ranked #254 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Valley Forge Elementary School often compared to?
Valley Forge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Side Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Valley Forge Elementary School?
186 students attend Valley Forge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Valley Forge Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Valley Forge Elementary School offer ?
Valley Forge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Forge Elementary School part of?
Valley Forge Elementary School is part of Carter County School District.
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