Serving 519 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hunter Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than 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 (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hunter Elementary School's student population of 519 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Hunter Elementary 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 Hunter 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
#1002 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
1%
21%
White
89%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Hunter Elementary School's ranking?
Hunter Elementary School is ranked #1002 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Hunter Elementary School often compared to?
Hunter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Forge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Hunter Elementary School?
519 students attend Hunter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Hunter Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hunter Elementary School?
Hunter Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hunter Elementary School offer ?
Hunter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hunter Elementary School part of?
Hunter Elementary School is part of Carter County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
i am currently a student at hunter elementry school and i like it. i have lots of fun i like most of my teachers. one of the teachers is one of my best friends, and i can come to the teacher about anything!
3 10/10/2025
I absolutely love this school. The teachers I have experienced this far have exceeded my expectations. I have two children there now and obtained school permission for them to attend out-of-school district and drive the distance to ensure they remain in this school. I've never met a more friendly principal or vice principal as well as front staff. I have had I believe maybe just one issue of bullying a few years back that I was impressed on how swiftly and successfully they rectified the situation. The principal followed up as well. Thank you, Hunter Elementary for all you do to better our children in Carter County.
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