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New Prospect Elementary
Elementary School · Lawrence County
4520 Pulaski HWY, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,291 of 1,786
In Lawrenceburg
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#7 of 13
Lawrence County
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New Prospect Elementary
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About New Prospect Elementary
New Prospect Elementary is a public elementary school in Lawrenceburg, TN, part of Lawrence County. New Prospect Elementary serves approximately 398 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. New Prospect Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,291 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for New Prospect Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
New Prospect 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
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New Prospect Elementary — Students at New Prospect Elementary score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 30 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.2/10.
How New Prospect Elementary Compares
See how New Prospect Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4520 Pulaski HWY, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Prospect Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Minor Hill School (rated 9.1/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Minor Hill), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lawrenceburg Public (rated 8.0/10, 4.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Summertown Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Summertown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lawrenceburg, see our Lawrenceburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHRIST LIFE ACADEMY Lawrenceburg | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Pioneer Virtual Academy Lawrenceburg | 4.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Lawrence Co High School Lawrenceburg | 4.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Ingram Sowell Elementary Lawrenceburg | 4.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Lawrenceburg Public Lawrenceburg | 4.5 mi | 8.0 |
| E O Coffman Middle School Lawrenceburg | 4.6 mi | 4.6 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lawrenceburg | 5.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Ethridge Elementary Ethridge | 7.3 mi | 6.0 |
| LONE OAK AMISH SCHOOL Ethridge | 7.8 mi | — |
| BILL EGLY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Lawrenceburg | 7.0 mi | — |
| Leoma Elementary Leoma | 7.5 mi | 3.9 |
| MINT SPRINGS AMISH SCHOOL Ethridge | 8.6 mi | — |
| David Crockett Elementary Lawrenceburg | 7.5 mi | 5.2 |
| FREEDOM HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ethridge | 9.0 mi | — |
| MCDOWELL MIDDLE AMISH SCHOOL Ethridge | 9.2 mi | — |
| NORTH AMISH SCHOOL Ethridge | 10.3 mi | — |
| WEST AMISH SCHOOL Ethridge | 10.3 mi | — |
| Minor Hill School Minor Hill | 12.9 mi | 9.1 |
| BRIGHT BEGINNINGS CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL Pulaski | 11.7 mi | — |
| Summertown Elementary Summertown | 14.5 mi | 7.4 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Green Magnet Math And Science Academy Knoxville, TN | 5.4 |
| Kingsbury Elementary Memphis, TN | 5.4 |
| LaFollette Elementary School Lafollette, TN | 5.4 |
| Middleton Elementary Middleton, TN | 5.4 |
| Pond Gap Elementary Knoxville, TN | 5.4 |
| Riverside Elementary Columbia, TN | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Prospect Elementary
What grades does New Prospect Elementary serve?
New Prospect Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend New Prospect Elementary?
New Prospect Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 398 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Prospect Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at New Prospect Elementary is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Prospect Elementary rank in TN?
New Prospect Elementary ranks #1,291 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is New Prospect Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
New Prospect Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 New Prospect Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Prospect Elementary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is New Prospect Elementary a charter school?
No, New Prospect Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Prospect Elementary a Title I school?
No, New Prospect Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 398
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Lawrence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.3%
- Phone
- (931) 762-2934
Resources & Links
District
Lawrence County- District Enrollment
- 6,951
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,410
- District Rank
- #7 of 13
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