Summary:
The 38233 zip code has only one school, Kenton Elementary School, which serves grades PK-4 with an enrollment of 90 students. The school is part of the Gibson County Sp District, which is ranked 27 out of 139 districts in Tennessee and has a 4-star rating.
Kenton Elementary School's statewide ranking has fluctuated significantly, ranging from 103 out of 1,018 Tennessee elementary schools in 2023-2024 (4-star rating) to 773 out of 1,009 in 2024-2025 (1-star rating). The school's test scores in mathematics, English language arts, and science are generally below the district and state averages, with proficiency rates of 33.3%, 29.6%, and 22.2%, respectively, in 2024-2025. Despite the low test scores, the school spends a relatively high amount per student ($18,213) compared to the state average.
While the data suggests that Kenton Elementary School is facing challenges in terms of academic performance and consistency, further investigation into the school's specific strategies, resource allocation, and community engagement may be warranted to better understand the factors contributing to its performance and identify opportunities for improvement. With only one school in the 38233 zip code, parents in the area may want to closely monitor the school's progress and explore additional educational options if the school's performance does not improve over time.
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