Below Average
#1456 of 1,786 schools in TN
Bluff City Elementary
Elementary School · Sullivan County
P O Box 280 DR, Bluff City, TN 37618
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,456 of 1,786
In Bluff City
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#14 of 15
Sullivan County
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Bluff City Elementary
Elementary School in Bluff City · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bluff City Elementary
Bluff City Elementary is a public elementary school in Bluff City, TN, part of Sullivan County. Bluff City Elementary serves approximately 544 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bluff City Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,456 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Bluff City Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.8
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Bluff City Elementary — Students at Bluff City Elementary score 37% proficient, which is in line with what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 31 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.9/10.
How Bluff City Elementary Compares
See how Bluff City Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P O Box 280 DR, Bluff City, TN 37618
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bluff City Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West Side Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Elizabethton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harold McCormick Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Elizabethton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mary Hughes School (rated 8.2/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Piney Flats), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bluff City, see our Bluff City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sullivan East High School Bluff City | 3.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Avoca Elementary Bristol | 4.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Sullivan East Middle School Bluff City | 3.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Mary Hughes School Piney Flats | 4.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Siam Learning Center Elizabethton | 6.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Carter County Online Academy Elizabethton | 6.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Haynesfield Elementary Bristol | 8.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Elizabethton High School Elizabethton | 8.8 mi | 6.5 |
| T A Dugger Junior High School Elizabethton | 8.8 mi | 7.6 |
| West Side Elementary Elizabethton | 9.0 mi | 9.0 |
| EAST TN CHRISTIAN HOME & ACADEMY Elizabethton | 9.2 mi | — |
| Tennessee High School Bristol | 8.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Anderson Elementary Bristol | 8.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Harold McCormick Elementary Elizabethton | 9.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Stonewall Jackson Elementary Bristol | 9.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Sullivan Central Middle School Blountville | 8.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Bristol Tennessee Middle School Bristol | 9.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Tennessee Online Public School Bristol | 9.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Tennessee Online Public School at Bristol Bristol | 9.2 mi | — |
| Central Elementary Johnson City | 9.8 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37618 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,413
Median Home Value
$174,000
Median Rent
$880/mo
Population
13,208
College Educated
16.8%
Homeownership
78.5%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
44.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| North Cumberland Elementary Crossville, TN | 4.9 |
| Red Bank Elementary School Chattanooga, TN | 4.9 |
| Rock Creek Elementary Estill Springs, TN | 4.9 |
| South Park Elementary Memphis, TN | 4.9 |
| Alex Green Elementary Whites Creek, TN | 5.0 |
| Cosby Elementary Cosby, TN | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bluff City Elementary
What grades does Bluff City Elementary serve?
Bluff City Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bluff City Elementary?
Bluff City Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 544 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bluff City Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bluff City Elementary is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bluff City Elementary rank in TN?
Bluff City Elementary ranks #1,456 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Bluff City Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bluff City Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Bluff City Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bluff City Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Bluff City Elementary a charter school?
No, Bluff City Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bluff City Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bluff City Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 544
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Sullivan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.2%
- Phone
- (423) 354-1825
Resources & Links
District
Sullivan County- District Enrollment
- 8,082
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,468
- District Rank
- #14 of 15
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