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Alexander Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 370 students

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Posted February 27, 2009

My son attends this school and it has really helped him as well as myself learn and grow. Ms. Spann has been the greatest blessing to our family. She has always kept us updated and educated with the ongoings and what we can do to make things more challenging for my son. I HIGHLY reccomend this school to everyone I talk to.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 22, 2007

I love this school so much! Great and safe school. Ms. Phinnesse is a great teacher also! Thanks so much for a nice school


Posted June 1, 2004

Both of our children attended Alexander School. Mr. Wiman is one of the best principals in this system. He genuinely cares about the students and works hards to ensure their success. The school atmosphere is very positive towards learning. The teachers are committed to teaching: they are often going to seminars and workshops to improve their teaching skill. It is no wonder that Alexander met state requirements last year.
—Submitted by sylvia akins, a parent


Posted January 2, 2004

I moved my son to Alexander from a private school. He is one of a handful of Caucasian students at the school, and he absolutely loves it there. The principal, Earl Wiman, is very caring a dedicated. My son has had great teachers, and he has made a lot of friends. I wouldn't want him at any other school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 26, 2003

Alexander Elementary is a wonderful school! The main focus of every person at the school is the overall education and safety of all students. The perfect learning environment.
—Submitted by a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 55% in 2012.

38 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
45%

2011

 
 
30%

2010

 
 
34%
Reading/Language Arts

The state average for Reading/Language Arts was 46% in 2012.

39 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
33%

2011

 
 
33%

2010

 
 
38%
Science

The state average for Science was 67% in 2012.

40 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
50%

2011

 
 
32%

2010

 
 
46%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 43% in 2012.

50 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
12%

2011

 
 
14%

2010

 
 
17%
Reading/Language Arts

The state average for Reading/Language Arts was 48% in 2012.

50 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
26%

2011

 
 
29%

2010

 
 
35%
Science

The state average for Science was 54% in 2012.

50 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
6%

2011

 
 
13%

2010

 
 
20%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 54% in 2012.

58 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
35%

2011

 
 
10%

2010

 
 
n/a
Reading/Language Arts

The state average for Reading/Language Arts was 57% in 2012.

59 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
34%

2011

 
 
33%

2010

 
 
n/a
Science

The state average for Science was 60% in 2012.

59 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
31%

2011

 
 
12%

2010

 
 
n/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

All Students45%
African American47%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged50%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Reading/Language Arts

All Students33%
African American34%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged34%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Science

All Students50%
African American50%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged50%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

All Students12%
African American9%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged13%
Students with disabilities27%

Reading/Language Arts

All Students26%
African American21%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged24%
Students with disabilities18%

Science

All Students6%
African American2%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged7%
Students with disabilities9%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

All Students35%
African American31%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged30%
Students with disabilities16%

Reading/Language Arts

All Students34%
African American30%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged30%
Students with disabilities5%

Science

All Students31%
African American24%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged27%
Students with disabilities15%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 79% 25%
White 16% 68%
Hispanic 4% 5%
Asian/Pacific Islander 1% 2%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 90%N/A50%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 12N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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900 North Highland Av
Jackson, TN 38301
Phone: (731) 422-1841

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