Cannon South Elementary School serves 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cannon South Elementary School's student population of 354 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cannon South Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
n/a
21%
White
91%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Cannon South Elementary School?
354 students attend Cannon South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Cannon South Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cannon South Elementary School?
Cannon South Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cannon South Elementary School offer ?
Cannon South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cannon South Elementary School part of?
Cannon South Elementary School is part of Cannon County School District.
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