Barret's Chapel Elementary/middle

Barret's Chapel Elementary/Middle is a public PK–8 school in Arlington, Tennessee, serving 311 students. It earns a composite score of 9.1 out of 10 — rated Exceptional — placing it 33rd out of 1,785 public schools across Tennessee. That puts it in the top 2 percent of all schools statewide, and first among Arlington's six public schools.

The growth score of 9.5 is the standout figure. Students here make well above-average academic gains year over year, regardless of where they start. An academic score of 8.0 reflects consistent subject-area performance across grade levels.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.7 to 1, classrooms stay small — 311 students spread across a PK–8 span means individual attention is part of the daily structure, not an exception. Families evaluating elementary and middle school options in the greater Memphis area will find Barret's Chapel near the top of any data-driven comparison. Its combination of high absolute scores and exceptional growth signals a school that actively advances student learning rather than simply reflecting the demographics it serves.

For parents focused on long-term academic trajectory, the numbers here are difficult to overlook.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.7:1, Barret's Chapel Elementary/middle offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Barret's Chapel Elementary/middle may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.