Serving 468 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Burchfield 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 20% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
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Burchfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Burchfield Elementary School's student population of 468 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Burchfield 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 Burchfield Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1217 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
1%
21%
White
97%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Burchfield Elementary School's ranking?
Burchfield Elementary School is ranked #1217 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Burchfield Elementary School often compared to?
Burchfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oneida Elementary School, Winfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Burchfield Elementary School?
468 students attend Burchfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Burchfield Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burchfield Elementary School?
Burchfield Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Burchfield Elementary School offer ?
Burchfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burchfield Elementary School part of?
Burchfield Elementary School is part of Scott County School District.
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