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#799 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 45% in state

Anderson Elementary

Elementary School · Bristol

901 Ninth ST, Bristol, TN 37620

Enrollment

268

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#799 of 1,786

In Bristol

#6 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

Bristol

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Anderson Elementary

6.7/10

Elementary School in Bristol · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Anderson Elementary

Anderson Elementary is a public elementary school in Bristol, TN, part of Bristol. Anderson Elementary serves approximately 268 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Anderson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #799 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Anderson Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.7
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.2% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.8 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,440
Chronic Absenteeism26.1%

Anderson Elementary — Students at Anderson Elementary score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 32.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 35.1% (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
32%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
41%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
28.2%
ELA
25.2%
2025
Math
40.2%
ELA
37%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Anderson Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
55th percentile in TN
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.1%

Location

901 Ninth ST, Bristol, TN 37620

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Anderson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Holston View Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is High Point Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Avoca Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 4.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bristol, see our Bristol schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Tennessee Online Public School Bristol 0.4 mi 7.6
Tennessee Online Public School at Bristol Bristol 0.4 mi
Tennessee High School Bristol 0.5 mi 5.5
Bristol Tennessee Middle School Bristol 0.6 mi 6.7
Haynesfield Elementary Bristol 1.0 mi 7.7
TENNESSEE AVENUE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bristol 0.8 mi 6.6
Virginia Middle Bristol 1.3 mi 6.5
Fairmount Elementary Bristol 1.1 mi 7.3
Stonewall Jackson Elementary Bristol 1.2 mi 5.1
ST ANNES SCHOOL Bristol 1.6 mi 5.5
MINNICK SCHOOL - BRISTOL Bristol 1.7 mi
Washington-Lee Elementary Bristol 1.8 mi 7.4
Virginia High Bristol 2.0 mi 6.1
MORRISON SCHOOL Bristol 2.0 mi 6.2
Highland View Elementary Bristol 2.0 mi 5.9
Holston View Elementary Bristol 2.7 mi 8.7
Joseph Van Pelt Elementary Bristol 3.7 mi 6.1
Avoca Elementary Bristol 4.9 mi 8.0
High Point Elementary Bristol 4.7 mi 8.6
Sullivan East High School Bluff City 5.7 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37620 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,908

Median Home Value

$175,500

Median Rent

$809/mo

Population

38,330

College Educated

26.1%

Homeownership

71.5%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Median Age

44.7

Similar Schools

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

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Bridgeport Elementary Newport, TN 6.7
Collinwood Elementary Collinwood, TN 6.7
Ellen Myers Primary Harrogate, TN 6.7
Norwood Elementary Oliver Springs, TN 6.7
Old Center Elementary Goodlettsville, TN 6.7
Poplar Grove K-4 Franklin, TN 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Anderson Elementary

What grades does Anderson Elementary serve?

Anderson Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Anderson Elementary?

Anderson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 268 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Anderson Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Anderson Elementary is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Anderson Elementary rank in TN?

Anderson Elementary ranks #799 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Anderson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Anderson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Anderson Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Anderson Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Anderson Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Anderson Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
268
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Sullivan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.1%

District

Bristol
District Enrollment
4,082
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,440
District Rank
#6 of 8

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