Excellent
#176 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 10% in state
Cane Creek Elementary
Elementary School · Putnam County
1500 West Jackson ST, Cookeville, TN 38501
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#176 of 1,786
In Cookeville
#4 of 13
public schools
In district
#5 of 20
Putnam County
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Cane Creek Elementary
Cane Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Cookeville, TN, part of Putnam County. Cane Creek Elementary serves approximately 432 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Cane Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #176 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Cane Creek Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Cane Creek Elementary — Students at Cane Creek Elementary score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.9/10.
How Cane Creek Elementary Compares
See how Cane Creek Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1500 West Jackson ST, Cookeville, TN 38501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cane Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prescott South Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Algood Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Algood), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Capshaw Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cookeville, see our Cookeville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sycamore Elementary Cookeville | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| HEAVENLY HOST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cookeville | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Park View Elementary Cookeville | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| T T U Child Development Lab Cookeville | 1.4 mi | — |
| Jere Whitson Elementary Cookeville | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Capshaw Elementary Cookeville | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| HIGHLAND RIM ACADEMY Cookeville | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Avery Trace Middle School Cookeville | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Cookeville High School Cookeville | 3.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Prescott South Elementary Cookeville | 3.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Prescott South Middle School Cookeville | 3.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Putnam County VITAL Cookeville | 3.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Northeast Elementary Cookeville | 3.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Algood Middle School Cookeville | 4.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Algood Elementary Algood | 4.4 mi | 8.8 |
| ALGOOD CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY Cookeville | 5.4 mi | — |
| Putnam Co Adult High School Cookeville | 5.4 mi | — |
| White Plains Academy Algood | 5.4 mi | 4.4 |
| CHANCE TRANSITIONAL SCHOOL Bloomington Springs | 5.7 mi | — |
| Upperman Middle School Baxter | 5.7 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,923
Median Home Value
$245,100
Median Rent
$856/mo
Population
42,422
College Educated
30.8%
Homeownership
49.4%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
20%
Median Age
31.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alcoa Elementary Alcoa, TN | 8.5 |
| Balmoral/Ridgeway Elementary Memphis, TN | 8.5 |
| Bearden Elementary Knoxville, TN | 8.5 |
| Blue Grass Elementary Knoxville, TN | 8.5 |
| Cornerstone Elementary Baxter, TN | 8.5 |
| Eakin Elementary Nashville, TN | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cane Creek Elementary
What grades does Cane Creek Elementary serve?
Cane Creek Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Cane Creek Elementary?
Cane Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 432 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cane Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cane Creek Elementary is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cane Creek Elementary rank in TN?
Cane Creek Elementary ranks #176 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Cane Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cane Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Cane Creek Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cane Creek Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Cane Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Cane Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cane Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cane Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 432
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Putnam County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.9%
- Phone
- (931) 520-1173
Resources & Links
District
Putnam County- District Enrollment
- 11,762
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,619
- District Rank
- #5 of 20
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