Serving 330 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Arnold Memorial 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 15-19% (which is lower 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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arnold Memorial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Arnold Memorial Elementary School's student population of 330 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
21 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate. Innovate. Elevate.
School Rankings
Arnold Memorial 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 Arnold Memorial Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1161 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
43%
16%
Black
18%
20%
White
28%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
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 Arnold Memorial Elementary School's ranking?
Arnold Memorial Elementary School is ranked #1161 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Arnold Memorial Elementary School often compared to?
Arnold Memorial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mayfield Elementary School, Blythe-bower Elementary School, Black Fox Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% 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 Arnold Memorial Elementary School?
330 students attend Arnold Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Arnold Memorial Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Arnold Memorial Elementary School offer ?
Arnold Memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arnold Memorial Elementary School part of?
Arnold Memorial Elementary School is part of Cleveland School District.
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