Serving 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Grand Oaks Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% 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: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grand Oaks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Grand Oaks Elementary School's student population of 321 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Grand Oaks Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grand Oaks Elementary School is 0.20, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#414 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
n/a
21%
White
89%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grand Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Grand Oaks Elementary School is ranked #414 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Grand Oaks Elementary School?
321 students attend Grand Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Grand Oaks Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grand Oaks Elementary School?
Grand Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Grand Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Grand Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grand Oaks Elementary School part of?
Grand Oaks Elementary School is part of Anderson County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great staff, Great school. would send all future kids here.
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