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Linden Elementary

Elementary School · Perry County

331 Brooklyn AVE, Linden, TN 37096

Enrollment

281

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,007 of 1,786

In Linden

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Perry County

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Linden Elementary

6.2/10

Elementary School in Linden · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Linden Middle School

7.9/10

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6.3/10

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About Linden Elementary

Linden Elementary is a public elementary school in Linden, TN, part of Perry County. Linden Elementary serves approximately 281 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Linden Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,007 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Linden Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Linden 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 Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.7% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.7% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-4.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.1 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+3.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,394
Chronic Absenteeism18.5%

Linden Elementary — Students at Linden Elementary score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 39.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 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
37%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
24.7%
ELA
23.1%
2025
Math
34.7%
ELA
34.7%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Linden Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
44th percentile in TN
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

Location

331 Brooklyn AVE, Linden, TN 37096

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Linden Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Decaturville Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 16.2 miles away, in nearby Decaturville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lewis County Intermediate School (rated 8.0/10, 16.9 miles away, in nearby Hohenwald), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Parsons Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 16.3 miles away, in nearby Parsons), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Linden, see our Linden schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Linden Middle School Linden 0.1 mi 7.9
Perry County High School Linden 0.2 mi 6.3
Perry County Virtual School Linden 0.4 mi 6.6
KEYS KADEMY Lobelville 7.7 mi
Lobelville Elementary Lobelville 11.7 mi 6.8
NATCHEZ TRACE YOUTH ACADEMY Waverly 15.6 mi 7.9
Frank Hughes School Clifton 17.8 mi 6.6
Lewis Co High School Hohenwald 15.7 mi 7.2
Decatur County Middle School Parsons 15.7 mi 8.5
Riverside High School Decaturville 15.9 mi 7.8
Decaturville Elementary Decaturville 16.2 mi 9.5
Parsons Elementary Parsons 16.3 mi 7.8
Lewis County Elementary Hohenwald 16.8 mi 6.1
Lewis County Middle School Hohenwald 16.9 mi 8.3
Lewis County Intermediate School Hohenwald 16.9 mi 8.0
Waynesboro Middle School Waynesboro 20.9 mi 3.5
Wayne County Virtual School Waynesboro 21.0 mi
Waynesboro Elementary Waynesboro 21.3 mi 5.2
Wayne County High School Waynesboro 21.6 mi 7.0
HOHENWALD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hohenwald 18.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37096 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,076

Median Home Value

$107,600

Median Rent

$732/mo

Population

5,851

College Educated

12.8%

Homeownership

73.5%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

21.4%

Median Age

41.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Linden Elementary

What grades does Linden Elementary serve?

Linden Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Linden Elementary?

Linden Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 281 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Linden Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Linden Elementary is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Linden Elementary rank in TN?

Linden Elementary ranks #1,007 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Linden Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Linden Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Linden Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Linden Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Linden Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Linden Elementary a Title I school?

No, Linden Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Perry County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

District

Perry County
District Enrollment
1,054
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,394
District Rank
#5 of 5

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