Summary:
ZIP code 38004, located in Atoka, Tennessee, is served by a single elementary school, Atoka Elementary School, part of Tipton County Schools, which serves grades PK through 5. Since there are no middle or high schools in this ZIP code, Atoka Elementary is the sole educational anchor for the community, providing the foundational years for all local students before they transition to schools outside the area.
Atoka Elementary stands out as a consistently high-performing school. For the 2025–2026 school year, it ranks 144th out of 1,019 elementary schools in Tennessee, placing it in the 86th percentile with a 4-star rating. The school has earned a 4-star rating for three consecutive years, with percentile rankings between 80 and 86. Its academic performance far exceeds both the district and state averages: 67.7% of students are proficient in mathematics (compared to 48.9% district and 43.0% state), 54.3% in English language arts (compared to 39.6% district and 40.6% state), and 63.0% in science (compared to 50.4% district and 46.9% state). The school also made strong year-over-year gains in ELA (+4.3 points) and science (+7.0 points). Chronic absenteeism is notably low at 8.2%, well below the district's 14.0% and the state's 18.3%, reflecting strong engagement and a positive school climate.
Mathematics is a clear area of strength, with proficiency rates remarkably consistent across grades 3 through 5, ranging from 66.0% to 69.6%. Science proficiency also rises steadily by grade, reaching 68.1% in 5th grade. However, 5th grade ELA proficiency dips to 48.6%, below the school's 3rd and 4th grade levels, and may be worth attention as students prepare for middle school. At $9,951 per student, the school's spending is relatively modest, yet it delivers strong results, suggesting efficient resource use. Overall, Atoka Elementary is a stable, effective school that punches well above its district's mid-tier ranking, making it an excellent option for families in Atoka.
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