Serving 367 students in grades 5-8, Neely's Bend A Lead Public School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Neely's Bend A Lead Public School's student population of 367 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Neely's Bend A Lead Public School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Neely's Bend A Lead Public School is 0.66, which is more 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
#1617 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
43%
15%
Black
37%
21%
White
14%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neely's Bend A Lead Public School's ranking?
Neely's Bend A Lead Public School is ranked #1617 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Neely's Bend A Lead Public School often compared to?
Neely's Bend A Lead Public Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Middle School, Dupont Hadley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Neely's Bend A Lead Public School?
367 students attend Neely's Bend A Lead Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Neely's Bend A Lead Public School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neely's Bend A Lead Public School?
Neely's Bend A Lead Public School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Neely's Bend A Lead Public School offer ?
Neely's Bend A Lead Public School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Neely's Bend A Lead Public School part of?
Neely's Bend A Lead Public School is part of Achievement School District.
In what neighborhood is Neely's Bend A Lead Public School located?
Neely's Bend A Lead Public School is located in the Neelys Bend neighborhood of Madison, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Neelys Bend.
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