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#1733 of 1,786 schools in TN

Ingram Sowell Elementary

Elementary School · Lawrence County

510 Seventh ST, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464

Enrollment

413

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

3.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,733 of 1,786

In Lawrenceburg

#7 of 7

public schools

In district

#13 of 13

Lawrence County

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Ingram Sowell Elementary

3.2/10

Elementary School in Lawrenceburg · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ingram Sowell Elementary

Ingram Sowell Elementary is a public elementary school in Lawrenceburg, TN, part of Lawrence County. Ingram Sowell Elementary serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Ingram Sowell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,733 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Ingram Sowell Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.5 pts below district
  • This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.7
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Ingram Sowell Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.3Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.6% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-15.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.2 pts
Overall Proficiency21% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-19.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,410
Chronic Absenteeism32.7%

Ingram Sowell Elementary — Students at Ingram Sowell Elementary score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 28.8% (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
37%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
44%
ELA
38%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
18.2%
ELA
25.4%
2025
Math
23.3%
ELA
18.6%

* 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: 2.4/10.

How Ingram Sowell Elementary Compares

See how Ingram Sowell Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.2/10
3th percentile in TN
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.7%

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

510 Seventh ST, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ingram Sowell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lawrenceburg Public (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Summertown Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Summertown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ethridge Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Ethridge), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lawrenceburg, see our Lawrenceburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Pioneer Virtual Academy Lawrenceburg 0.6 mi 5.2
Lawrence Co High School Lawrenceburg 0.7 mi 5.0
E O Coffman Middle School Lawrenceburg 0.9 mi 4.6
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lawrenceburg 0.9 mi 5.9
Lawrenceburg Public Lawrenceburg 2.2 mi 8.0
BILL EGLY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Lawrenceburg 3.0 mi
David Crockett Elementary Lawrenceburg 3.2 mi 5.2
CHRIST LIFE ACADEMY Lawrenceburg 3.3 mi 5.8
New Prospect Elementary Lawrenceburg 4.4 mi 5.4
Ethridge Elementary Ethridge 5.3 mi 6.0
MCDOWELL MIDDLE AMISH SCHOOL Ethridge 6.7 mi
LONE OAK AMISH SCHOOL Ethridge 6.5 mi
Leoma Elementary Leoma 6.7 mi 3.9
WEST AMISH SCHOOL Ethridge 7.2 mi
NORTH AMISH SCHOOL Ethridge 7.6 mi
FREEDOM HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ethridge 7.5 mi
MINT SPRINGS AMISH SCHOOL Ethridge 8.4 mi
Summertown Elementary Summertown 12.4 mi 7.4
Summertown High School Summertown 12.7 mi 6.0
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Loretto 13.8 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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Whitney Elementary Memphis, TN 3.3
Memphis School of Excellence Elementary Memphis, TN 3.4
Sherwood Elementary Memphis, TN 3.4
Bulls Gap School Bulls Gap, TN 3.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ingram Sowell Elementary

What grades does Ingram Sowell Elementary serve?

Ingram Sowell Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Ingram Sowell Elementary?

Ingram Sowell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ingram Sowell Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Ingram Sowell 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 Ingram Sowell Elementary rank in TN?

Ingram Sowell Elementary ranks #1,733 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Ingram Sowell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Ingram Sowell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Ingram Sowell Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ingram Sowell Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ingram Sowell Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Ingram Sowell Elementary a Title I school?

No, Ingram Sowell Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Lawrence County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.7%

District

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

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