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#108 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 6% in state

Algood Elementary

Elementary School · Putnam County

2525 Old Walton RD, Algood, TN 38506

Enrollment

507

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#108 of 1,786

In Algood

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 20

Putnam County

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Algood Elementary

8.8/10

Elementary School in Algood · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Algood Middle School

7.9/10

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About Algood Elementary

Algood Elementary is a public elementary school in Algood, TN, part of Putnam County. Algood Elementary serves approximately 507 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Algood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #108 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Algood Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.1
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency65.4% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+26.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.6 pts
Overall Proficiency65% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+29.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,619
Chronic Absenteeism8.1%

Algood Elementary — Students at Algood Elementary score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 57.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 55.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
58%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
59%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
49%
ELA
48%
2021*
Math
49%
ELA
48%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2025
Math
65.4%
ELA
64.4%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.

How Algood Elementary Compares

See how Algood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
94th percentile in TN
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.1%

Location

2525 Old Walton RD, Algood, TN 38506

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Algood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dodson Branch Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Cookeville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Prescott South Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Cookeville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Capshaw Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Cookeville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Algood, see our Algood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Algood Middle School Cookeville 0.1 mi 7.9
Northeast Elementary Cookeville 0.9 mi 8.5
Putnam Co Adult High School Cookeville 1.5 mi
White Plains Academy Algood 1.5 mi 4.4
ALGOOD CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY Cookeville 2.2 mi
Putnam County VITAL Cookeville 2.0 mi 4.3
Avery Trace Middle School Cookeville 2.0 mi 7.2
Cookeville High School Cookeville 2.2 mi 6.1
HIGHLAND RIM ACADEMY Cookeville 2.4 mi 5.5
Capshaw Elementary Cookeville 2.7 mi 8.6
Jere Whitson Elementary Cookeville 2.9 mi 7.9
T T U Child Development Lab Cookeville 3.1 mi
Park View Elementary Cookeville 3.7 mi 8.5
HEAVENLY HOST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cookeville 4.4 mi 5.0
Cane Creek Elementary Cookeville 4.4 mi 8.5
Sycamore Elementary Cookeville 4.4 mi 6.4
Prescott South Elementary Cookeville 5.5 mi 9.0
Prescott South Middle School Cookeville 5.6 mi 7.9
Rickman Elementary Rickman 7.4 mi 8.0
Dodson Branch Elementary Cookeville 10.0 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38506 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,051

Median Home Value

$256,100

Median Rent

$1,032/mo

Population

29,657

College Educated

30.8%

Homeownership

71.2%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

13.4%

Median Age

41.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Algood Elementary

What grades does Algood Elementary serve?

Algood Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Algood Elementary?

Algood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 507 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Algood Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Algood Elementary is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Algood Elementary rank in TN?

Algood Elementary ranks #108 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Algood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Algood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Algood Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Algood Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Algood Elementary a charter school?

No, Algood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Algood Elementary a Title I school?

No, Algood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
507
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Putnam County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.1%

District

Putnam County
District Enrollment
11,762
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,619
District Rank
#3 of 20

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