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David Crockett Elementary

Elementary School · Lawrence County

2301 Waynesboro HWY, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464

Enrollment

440

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,347 of 1,786

In Lawrenceburg

#3 of 7

public schools

In district

#8 of 13

Lawrence County

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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5.2/10

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About David Crockett Elementary

David Crockett Elementary is a public elementary school in Lawrenceburg, TN, part of Lawrence County. David Crockett Elementary serves approximately 440 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. David Crockett Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,347 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for David Crockett Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

David Crockett Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+5.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+1.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,410
Chronic Absenteeism12.3%

David Crockett Elementary — Students at David Crockett Elementary score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 52.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 31 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
66%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
68%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
31%
ELA
37.6%
2025
Math
44.9%
ELA
39.8%

* 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: 2.7/10.

How David Crockett Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
25th percentile in TN
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.3%

Location

2301 Waynesboro HWY, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering David Crockett Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lawrenceburg Public (rated 8.0/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Summertown Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Summertown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ethridge Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Ethridge), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lawrenceburg, see our Lawrenceburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.9 mi
School Distance Rating
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lawrenceburg 2.3 mi 5.9
BILL EGLY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Lawrenceburg 2.6 mi
E O Coffman Middle School Lawrenceburg 2.9 mi 4.6
Ingram Sowell Elementary Lawrenceburg 3.2 mi 3.2
Pioneer Virtual Academy Lawrenceburg 3.4 mi 5.2
Lawrence Co High School Lawrenceburg 3.4 mi 5.0
Lawrenceburg Public Lawrenceburg 3.8 mi 8.0
WEST AMISH SCHOOL Ethridge 7.0 mi
Leoma Elementary Leoma 7.0 mi 3.9
Ethridge Elementary Ethridge 6.5 mi 6.0
MCDOWELL MIDDLE AMISH SCHOOL Ethridge 7.1 mi
CHRIST LIFE ACADEMY Lawrenceburg 6.4 mi 5.8
NORTH AMISH SCHOOL Ethridge 7.6 mi
LONE OAK AMISH SCHOOL Ethridge 8.0 mi
New Prospect Elementary Lawrenceburg 7.5 mi 5.4
FREEDOM HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ethridge 8.6 mi
MINT SPRINGS AMISH SCHOOL Ethridge 10.3 mi
Summertown Elementary Summertown 12.5 mi 7.4
Summertown High School Summertown 12.8 mi 6.0
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Loretto 12.9 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38464 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,239

Median Home Value

$164,900

Median Rent

$750/mo

Population

23,727

College Educated

15.1%

Homeownership

71.2%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

17.5%

Median Age

40.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about David Crockett Elementary

What grades does David Crockett Elementary serve?

David Crockett Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend David Crockett Elementary?

David Crockett Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 440 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at David Crockett Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at David Crockett 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 David Crockett Elementary rank in TN?

David Crockett Elementary ranks #1,347 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is David Crockett Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

David Crockett Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 David Crockett Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, David Crockett Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is David Crockett Elementary a charter school?

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

Is David Crockett Elementary a Title I school?

No, David Crockett Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Lawrence County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.3%

District

Lawrence County
District Enrollment
6,951
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,410
District Rank
#8 of 13

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