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#829 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 46% in state

Munford Elementary

Elementary School · Tipton County

1200 McLaughlin DR, Munford, TN 38058

Enrollment

821

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#829 of 1,786

In Munford

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#4 of 14

Tipton County

Academic growth

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Munford Elementary

6.7/10

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

Munford High School

5.0/10

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7.0/10

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About Munford Elementary

Munford Elementary is a public elementary school in Munford, TN, part of Tipton County. Munford Elementary serves approximately 821 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Munford Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #829 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Munford Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.79 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+3.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment3.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,845
Chronic Absenteeism17.2%

Munford Elementary — Students at Munford Elementary score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 46.7% (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
50%
ELA
50%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
58%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
53.5%
ELA
48.6%
2025
Math
43%
ELA
42.8%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Munford Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
54th percentile in TN
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

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

1200 McLaughlin DR, Munford, TN 38058

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Munford Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Atoka Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Atoka), which scores notably higher. Another option is Austin Peay Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Covington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Millington Primary School (rated 6.6/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Millington), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Munford, see our Munford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Munford High School Munford 0.1 mi 5.0
Munford Middle School Munford 0.4 mi 7.0
Atoka Elementary School Atoka 2.9 mi 7.9
Brighton High School Brighton 3.6 mi 4.3
Brighton Middle School Brighton 3.9 mi 5.1
Brighton Elementary Brighton 4.1 mi 6.1
Drummonds Elementary Drummonds 5.5 mi 6.4
Millington Primary School Millington 8.0 mi 6.6
Barret's Chapel Elementary/Middle Arlington 8.6 mi 5.8
Bolton High Arlington 9.1 mi 4.1
Millington Intermediate School Millington 8.8 mi 7.7
Millington Central Middle High School Millington 9.1 mi 5.6
Austin Peay Elementary School Covington 8.9 mi 7.7
Tipton County Alternative Learning Center Covington 10.7 mi 5.7
Charger Academy Covington 10.8 mi 5.5
Crestview Elementary Covington 10.9 mi 5.0
Crestview Middle School Covington 10.9 mi 4.5
Covington High School Covington 11.2 mi 3.4
TIPTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Covington 11.0 mi 5.4
Lakeland Preparatory School Lakeland 13.5 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38058 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,565

Median Home Value

$224,800

Median Rent

$1,085/mo

Population

10,900

College Educated

16%

Homeownership

85.7%

Avg Commute

33.7 min

Poverty Rate

8.1%

Median Age

36.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Munford Elementary

What grades does Munford Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Munford Elementary?

Munford Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 821 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Munford Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Munford Elementary is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Munford Elementary rank in TN?

Munford Elementary ranks #829 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Munford Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Munford Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Munford Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Munford Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Munford Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Munford Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
821
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Tipton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

District

Tipton County
District Enrollment
10,092
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,845
District Rank
#4 of 14

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