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#230 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 13% in state

Alpha Elementary

Elementary School · Hamblen County

5620 Old Us 11e HWY, Morristown, TN 37814

Enrollment

594

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#230 of 1,786

In Morristown

#2 of 15

public schools

In district

#2 of 18

Hamblen County

Academic performance

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Alpha Elementary

8.2/10

Elementary School in Morristown · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

West View Middle School

7.0/10

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8.2/10

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About Alpha Elementary

Alpha Elementary is a public elementary school in Morristown, TN, part of Hamblen County. Alpha Elementary serves approximately 594 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Alpha Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #230 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Alpha Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.0
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63.1% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+23.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+19.6 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+21.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,596
Chronic Absenteeism21.5%

Alpha Elementary — Students at Alpha Elementary score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 51.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
45%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
51%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
46.9%
ELA
45.3%
2025
Math
63.1%
ELA
60.4%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.

How Alpha Elementary Compares

See how Alpha Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
87th percentile in TN
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.5%

Location

5620 Old Us 11e HWY, Morristown, TN 37814

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alpha Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Heights Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 5.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Talbott Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Talbott), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Witt Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 6.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Morristown, see our Morristown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.3 mi
School Distance Rating
West View Middle School Morristown 2.2 mi 7.0
Talbott Elementary Talbott 3.2 mi 8.2
ALL SAINTS' EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Morristown 3.0 mi 7.0
Manley Elementary Morristown 3.5 mi 5.1
LAKEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Morristown 4.5 mi 3.1
LAKEWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY-LAKEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL White Pine 5.1 mi 5.2
Morristown West High Morristown 5.2 mi 5.1
West Elementary Morristown 5.5 mi 7.4
MORRISTOWN COVENANT ACADEMY Morristown 5.6 mi 6.9
Lincoln Heights Middle School Morristown 5.8 mi 6.9
Lincoln Heights Elementary Morristown 5.9 mi 8.4
Morristown East High Morristown 6.1 mi 5.7
Fairview Marguerite Morristown 6.7 mi 6.8
Witt Elementary Morristown 6.4 mi 7.9
Hillcrest Elementary Morristown 6.6 mi 6.2
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Morristown 6.9 mi 4.9
Mount Horeb Elementary School Jefferson City 7.8 mi 6.9
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - LCS Morristown 6.7 mi 5.3
White Pine Elementary White Pine 7.4 mi 6.1
NEW VISION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL White Pine 7.3 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37814 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,083

Median Home Value

$192,200

Median Rent

$859/mo

Population

34,842

College Educated

21.6%

Homeownership

64.2%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

18.1%

Median Age

40.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Allendale Elementary School Spring Hill, TN 8.2
Bon Lin Elementary School Bartlett, TN 8.2
Chapman's Retreat Elementary Spring Hill, TN 8.2
Dyersburg Intermediate School Dyersburg, TN 8.2
East Montgomery Elementary Clarksville, TN 8.2
Park View Elementary School Cleveland, TN 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alpha Elementary

What grades does Alpha Elementary serve?

Alpha Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Alpha Elementary?

Alpha Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 594 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alpha Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Alpha Elementary is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Alpha Elementary rank in TN?

Alpha Elementary ranks #230 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Alpha Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Alpha Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Alpha Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Alpha Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Alpha Elementary a charter school?

No, Alpha Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Alpha Elementary a Title I school?

No, Alpha Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
594
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Hamblen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.5%

District

Hamblen County
District Enrollment
10,287
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,596
District Rank
#2 of 18

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