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#768 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 43% in state

Halls Elementary School

Elementary School · Lauderdale County

601 Carmen ST, Halls, TN 38040

Enrollment

616

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#768 of 1,786

In Halls

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

Lauderdale County

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Halls Elementary School

6.8/10

Elementary School in Halls · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Halls Junior High School

7.2/10

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5.9/10

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About Halls Elementary School

Halls Elementary School is a public elementary school in Halls, TN, part of Lauderdale County. Halls Elementary School serves approximately 616 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Halls Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #768 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Halls Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Halls Elementary School 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 Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.7% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+2.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,162
Chronic Absenteeism14.8%

Halls Elementary School — Students at Halls Elementary School score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 35.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 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
29%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
38%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
21%
2022
Math
28%
ELA
28.2%
2025
Math
41.7%
ELA
35.8%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Halls Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
57th percentile in TN
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

601 Carmen ST, Halls, TN 38040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Halls Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fifth Consolidated School (rated 8.8/10, 14.2 miles away, in nearby Dyersburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Maury City Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Maury City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Holice Powell Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Dyersburg), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Halls, see our Halls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Halls Junior High School Halls 0.2 mi 7.2
Halls High School Halls 0.2 mi 5.9
Holice Powell Elementary Dyersburg 6.2 mi 8.6
Dyersburg Intermediate School Dyersburg 10.9 mi 8.2
Dyersburg Middle School Dyersburg 10.8 mi 8.3
Dyersburg Primary Dyersburg 11.6 mi 7.9
Friendship Elementary Friendship 9.5 mi 6.4
Three Oaks Middle School Dyersburg 11.7 mi 7.0
Finley Elementary Finley 11.4 mi 8.5
Dyersburg High School Dyersburg 12.0 mi 6.8
CHRIST CLASSICAL ACADEMY Dyersburg 12.0 mi 7.4
CROCKETT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Maury City 11.1 mi
Ripley High School Ripley 12.7 mi 4.2
Fifth Consolidated School Dyersburg 14.2 mi 8.8
Maury City Elementary Maury City 11.9 mi 8.8
NORTHSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dyersburg 14.3 mi
Ripley Elementary Ripley 13.4 mi 7.5
Ripley Middle School Ripley 13.6 mi 5.8
Ripley Primary Ripley 13.8 mi 6.1
Dyer County High School Newbern 16.5 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,119

Median Home Value

$107,600

Median Rent

$735/mo

Population

4,689

College Educated

10.8%

Homeownership

55.5%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

16.4%

Median Age

41.3

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Bonny Kate Elementary Knoxville, TN 6.8
Brown's Chapel Elementary School Murfreesboro, TN 6.8
Carmel Elementary Clarksville, TN 6.8
Cromwell Elementary Memphis, TN 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Halls Elementary School

What grades does Halls Elementary School serve?

Halls Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Halls Elementary School?

Halls Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 616 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Halls Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Halls Elementary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Halls Elementary School rank in TN?

Halls Elementary School ranks #768 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Halls Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Halls Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Halls Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Halls Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Halls Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Halls Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Halls Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Lauderdale County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

District

Lauderdale County
District Enrollment
3,360
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,162
District Rank
#3 of 7

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