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Pope School

Elementary School · Madison County

1071 Old Humboldt RD, Jackson, TN 38305

Enrollment

613

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,222 of 1,786

In Jackson

#8 of 24

public schools

In district

#8 of 25

Madison County

Academic performance

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Pope School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Jackson · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Augustine School

6.1/10

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3.8/10

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About Pope School

Pope School is a public elementary school in Jackson, TN, part of Madison County. Pope School serves approximately 613 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Pope School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,222 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Pope School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 4.6
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.9% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+15.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.1 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+11.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,115
Chronic Absenteeism22.2%

Pope School — Students at Pope School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 40.4% (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
47%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
18%
ELA
19%
2022
Math
30.2%
ELA
29.5%
2025
Math
54.3%
ELA
40.9%

* 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: 3.9/10.

How Pope School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
32th percentile in TN
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.2%

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

1071 Old Humboldt RD, Jackson, TN 38305

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pope School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West Tennessee School for the Deaf (rated 8.2/10, 6.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Community Montessori School (rated 7.1/10, 5.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arlington Elementary School (rated 4.1/10, 6.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Jackson, see our Jackson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.0 mi
School Distance Rating
AUGUSTINE SCHOOL Jackson 0.5 mi 6.1
Thelma Barker Elementary Jackson 1.4 mi 3.8
North Side High School Jackson 2.3 mi 3.8
JACKSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jackson 3.1 mi 5.3
Jackson Academic STEAM Academy Jackson 3.3 mi 5.1
TRINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jackson 3.2 mi 5.9
Andrew Jackson Elementary School Jackson 4.1 mi 2.3
MADISON OAKS ACADEMY Jackson 4.5 mi
North Parkway Middle School Jackson 5.1 mi 2.9
Northeast Middle School Jackson 4.8 mi 6.7
Community Montessori School Jackson 5.9 mi 7.1
Arlington Elementary School Jackson 6.1 mi 4.1
Alexander Elementary School Jackson 6.3 mi 2.8
Madison Academic Magnet High School Jackson 6.6 mi 6.5
West Tennessee School for the Deaf Jackson 6.1 mi 8.2
Jackson Central Merry High School Jackson 6.5 mi 1.7
Jackson Central Merry Middle School Jackson 6.5 mi 5.4
Jackson Central-Merry Early College High Jackson 6.6 mi 7.0
East Elementary School Jackson 5.8 mi 3.8
Nova Early Learning Center Jackson 6.0 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,292

Median Home Value

$221,200

Median Rent

$1,201/mo

Population

53,366

College Educated

32.1%

Homeownership

65.2%

Avg Commute

19.3 min

Poverty Rate

14.7%

Median Age

37.9

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Rogersville Elementary Rogersville, TN 5.6
Shelby Oaks Elementary Memphis, TN 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pope School

What grades does Pope School serve?

Pope School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Pope School?

Pope School has an enrollment of approximately 613 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pope School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pope School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pope School rank in TN?

Pope School ranks #1,222 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Pope School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pope School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Pope School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pope School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Pope School a charter school?

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

Is Pope School a Title I school?

No, Pope School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
613
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Madison County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.2%

District

Madison County
District Enrollment
12,662
Schools in District
26
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,115
District Rank
#8 of 25

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