Serving 965 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barkers Mill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 965 students
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barkers Mill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Barkers Mill Elementary School's student population of 965 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
965 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
61 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Believing in Outstanding Bobcats who Care, Achieve, and Triumph as Students!
School Rankings
Barkers Mill Elementary 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 Barkers Mill Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#756 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
23%
16%
Black
31%
20%
White
31%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barkers Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Barkers Mill Elementary School is ranked #756 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Barkers Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Barkers Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenellen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Barkers Mill Elementary School?
965 students attend Barkers Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Barkers Mill Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Barkers Mill Elementary School offer ?
Barkers Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barkers Mill Elementary School part of?
Barkers Mill Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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