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#85 of 1,785 schools in TN

Top 5% in state

Bon De Croft Elementary

Elementary School · White County

8095 Crossville HWY, Sparta, TN 38583

Enrollment

190

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Sparta

#2 of 7

public schools

Tennessee elementary schools

#73 of 1,002

In district

#2 of 8

White County

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Exceptional

About Bon De Croft Elementary

Bon De Croft Elementary is a public elementary school in Sparta, TN, part of the White County. The school serves approximately 190 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8/10, placing it in the 95.3th percentile among TN schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 43% proficiency in math, 4 points above the state average and 33% in reading/language arts, 8 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $58,285, where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a distant rural setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 190 students, Bon De Croft Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Bon De Croft Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+2.63 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.4%
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.5%
Math vs. State Avg+15.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.3 pts
Overall Proficiency47%
Expected (poverty-adj.)35%
vs. Expected+12.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,771

Bon De Croft Elementary — Students at Bon De Croft Elementary score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.8%
School
State
39.2%
ELA Proficiency 33.2%
School
State
40.8%

Based on 7 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
42%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
54.4%
ELA
40.5%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Bon De Croft Elementary Compares

See how Bon De Croft Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
95th percentile in TN
Academic
8.3/10
8.3/10
Growth
9.3/10
Above average
Environment
8.4/10
Above average

Location

8095 Crossville HWY, Sparta, TN 38583

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bon De Croft Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Findlay Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 8.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Algood Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 17.5 miles away, in nearby Algood), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Cassville Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 15.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sparta, see our Sparta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.0 mi
School Distance Rating
White Co Middle School Sparta 7.7 mi 7.5
Pleasant Hill Elementary Pleasant Hill 8.0 mi 5.1
Woodland Park Elementary Sparta 8.2 mi 8.1
Findlay Elementary Sparta 8.2 mi 9.0
White County High School Sparta 8.2 mi 6.7
Doyle Elementary Doyle 11.9 mi 8.4
Burks Elementary Monterey 14.0 mi 8.3
Monterey High School Monterey 14.3 mi 5.3
Northfield Elementary School Sparta 12.4 mi 8.6
Van Buren Co High School Spencer 15.2 mi 7.1
Spencer Elementary Spencer 15.3 mi 7.4
Prescott South Middle School Cookeville 15.3 mi 9.0
Prescott South Elementary Cookeville 15.4 mi 8.7
Putnam County VITAL Cookeville 16.4 mi 4.1
Algood Middle School Cookeville 17.5 mi 6.9
Algood Elementary Algood 17.5 mi 9.0
Avery Trace Middle School Cookeville 17.2 mi 8.1
Northeast Elementary Cookeville 17.5 mi 8.3
QUEBECK CHRISTIAN EDUCATION SATELLITE-UMBRELLA Quebeck 15.7 mi
Cassville Elementary Sparta 15.0 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38583 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,285

Median Home Value

$199,400

Median Rent

$851/mo

Population

25,739

College Educated

14.2%

Homeownership

77.1%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

43.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Bon De Croft Elementary has a median household income of $58,285. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $199,400, with a median rent of $851/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.3%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Cassville Elementary Sparta, TN 8.8
Compass Community School Frayser Campus Memphis, TN 8.8
Forge Ridge School Harrogate, TN 8.8
Highland Elementary Greeneville, TN 8.8
Valley Forge Elementary Elizabethton, TN 8.8
Compass Community School Berclair Campus Memphis, TN 8.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bon De Croft Elementary

What grades does Bon De Croft Elementary serve?

Bon De Croft Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bon De Croft Elementary?

Bon De Croft Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 190 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bon De Croft Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Bon De Croft Elementary is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bon De Croft Elementary rank in TN?

Bon De Croft Elementary is ranked #85 out of 1,785 schools in TN.

What is Bon De Croft Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Bon De Croft Elementary has a composite rating of 8.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bon De Croft Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Bon De Croft Elementary has 42.8% math proficiency and 33.2% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Bon De Croft Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Bon De Croft Elementary a Title I school?

No, Bon De Croft Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,415/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Sparta). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
190
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
White County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

White County
District Enrollment
3,851
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,161
District Rank
#2 of 8

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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