Serving 509 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barksdale Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 56% 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: 509 students
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barksdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Barksdale Elementary School's student population of 509 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
509 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
27 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Bolstering Emotional Needs & Growing Active Learners
School Rankings
Barksdale 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 Barksdale Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#345 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
15%
16%
Black
25%
20%
White
44%
57%
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
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 Barksdale Elementary School's ranking?
Barksdale Elementary School is ranked #345 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Barksdale Elementary School often compared to?
Barksdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sango Elementary School, Moore Magnet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Barksdale Elementary School?
509 students attend Barksdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Barksdale Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Barksdale Elementary School offer ?
Barksdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barksdale Elementary School part of?
Barksdale Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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