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School Report CardElementary SchoolWhite County

Northfield Elementary School

White County, Tennessee

B
Above Average

4.0 / 5.0

B4.0 / 5.0
Above Average

Elementary School · 2023-24

Overall Performance Summary

Northfield Elementary School earned an overall grade of B with a score of 4.0 out of 5.0, placing it among the bottom quarter of elementary schools in White County. The school ranks #7 out of 8 schools in the county, compared to a county average score of 4.4.

This above average rating reflects consistently strong outcomes across the state's accountability measures, signaling that Northfield Elementary School is meeting or exceeding expectations for student learning and growth.

ExcellentAAverageCAverageC

How This Grade Was Calculated

Tennessee calculates each school’s letter grade using a weighted combination of performance indicators. Each component is scored on a 1–5 scale and assigned a letter grade.

50% weight

Excellent

A
5.0/ 5.0

Measures the percentage of students scoring On Track or Mastered on state assessments in ELA, math, science, and social studies.

40% weight

Average

C
3.0/ 5.0

Tracks how much academic progress all students made over the school year, regardless of their starting point.

10% weight

Average

C
3.0/ 5.0

Focuses specifically on growth among the lowest-performing 25% of students, ensuring schools support those who need it most.

Weighted Contribution to Final Grade

A 50%
C 40%
C 10%

The final score of 4.0is calculated by multiplying each component’s score by its weight percentage and summing the results. A higher weight means that component has a larger influence on the overall grade.

Subject Proficiency

Percentage of students scoring On Track or Mastered on TNReady assessments.

Across all tested subjects, an average of 57.6% of students at Northfield Elementary School demonstrated proficiency. The strongest performance was in Science (Elementary) at 60.0%, while ELA (Elementary) at 52.8% represents the greatest opportunity for growth.

50%+ Proficient 30-49% Proficient Below 30%

ELA (Elementary): 52.8% of students scored On Track or Mastered, indicating strong proficiency in this area.

Math (Elementary): 60.0% of students scored On Track or Mastered, indicating strong proficiency in this area.

Science (Elementary): 60.0% of students scored On Track or Mastered, indicating strong proficiency in this area.

Growth Indicators

Year-over-year academic growth measured on a 1–5 scale using TVAAS data.

Northfield Elementary School shows moderate overall academic growth with an average score of 2.7 out of 5.0 across measured subjects. This suggests students are making less than expected progress and the school may need to focus on instructional strategies that accelerate learning.

Literacy

3.0
of 5.0

Meeting expectations

Numeracy

2.0
of 5.0

Approaching expectations

Science

3.0
of 5.0

Meeting expectations

Student Success Rates

Proficiency rates across student populations.

Overall, 57.1% of all students at Northfield Elementary School demonstrated proficiency on state assessments. Among economically disadvantaged students, the rate was 33.4%, representing a 23.7 percentage point gap that warrants attention.

All Students
57.1%

Above the proficiency benchmark

Economically Disadvantaged
33.4%

Approaching the proficiency benchmark

How Does Northfield Elementary School Compare?

Overall score compared to the White County average and the Tennessee state average.

With a score of 4.0, Northfield Elementary School is below the White County average of 4.4 and above the statewide average of 3.4. Among 8 schools in White County, this school holds the #7 position.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northfield Elementary School’s performance data.

What grade did Northfield Elementary School receive?
Northfield Elementary School received an overall grade of B (Above Average) with a score of 4.0 out of 5.0 for the 2023-24 school year. This grade is determined by the Tennessee Department of Education based on student achievement, growth, and growth of the lowest-performing students.
How does Northfield Elementary School compare to other White County schools?
Northfield Elementary School ranks #7 out of 8 schools in White County. The county average score is 4.4, and Northfield Elementary School’s score of 4.0 is below that average. The school has opportunities to close the gap with higher-performing schools in the county.
What does the growth score mean for Northfield Elementary School?
Growth scores measure how much academic progress students made compared to similar students across Tennessee. Northfield Elementary School’s average growth score of 2.7 out of 5.0 indicates moderate year-over-year progress. A score below 3.0 means students are growing slower than expected, which can compound over time.
Is Northfield Elementary School above or below the state average?
Northfield Elementary School’s score of 4.0 is above the approximate Tennessee state average of 3.4. This means the school is outperforming a majority of schools statewide on key accountability measures.
Which subjects are strongest at Northfield Elementary School?
The highest proficiency rate is in Math (Elementary) at 60.0%, while the lowest is in ELA (Elementary) at 52.8%. Across all 3 tested areas, the average proficiency rate is 57.6%.

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Data from the Tennessee Department of Education | 2023-24 School Year