Gadsden Elementary

Gadsden Elementary is a public school in Gadsden, Tennessee, serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade with an enrollment of 152 students. The school's 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio keeps class sizes small, giving students consistent access to direct instruction and support. Academically, Gadsden Elementary ranks #1 of 5 schools in Crockett County and sits at #14 of 1,785 public schools across Tennessee — putting it in the top 1% statewide.

MySchoolScout rates the school Exceptional, with a composite score of 9.4 out of 10. Its academic score of 9.4 and a growth score of 9.8 reflect both strong proficiency and meaningful year-over-year student progress. For families comparing elementary options in the region, the numbers are hard to ignore.

Gadsden Elementary outperforms 99% of Tennessee schools, and its #13 ranking among 1,002 elementary schools statewide puts it in elite company regardless of school size. The combination of a high growth score and strong academic performance suggests students at this school are not just meeting benchmarks — they are consistently advancing beyond them. Families seeking a high-performing public elementary school in Crockett County will find Gadsden Elementary at the top of the list by nearly every available measure.

With an enrollment of 152 students, Gadsden Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Gadsden Elementary 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.