Summary:
The 38329 zip code area is home to two schools - Riverside High School and Decaturville Elementary. While Riverside High School has seen some fluctuations in its performance, Decaturville Elementary consistently stands out as a strong performer, ranking 135 out of 1,008 Tennessee elementary schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Decaturville Elementary outperforms the Decatur County and Tennessee averages in key academic metrics, including math, English language arts, and science proficiency. The school's relatively low student-teacher ratio of 11.7 suggests more individualized attention for students. In contrast, Riverside High School's performance is more mixed, with some subject areas exceeding state averages while others fall below.
While the data does not provide specific free/reduced lunch rates, the higher per-student spending at Decaturville Elementary ($12,190) compared to Riverside High School ($10,047) may contribute to the elementary school's stronger academic performance. Additionally, Riverside High School has a more diverse student population, with 87.17% White, 2.83% African American, and 6.96% Hispanic students, while Decaturville Elementary has a less diverse student body, with 91.6% White, 2.67% African American, and 4.2% Hispanic students.
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