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#884 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 49% in state

Brickey Mccloud Elementary

Elementary School · Knox County

1810 Dry Gap PIKE, Knoxville, TN 37918

Enrollment

859

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#884 of 1,786

In Knoxville

#33 of 82

public schools

In district

#34 of 88

Knox County

Equity

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Brickey Mccloud Elementary

6.5/10

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

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About Brickey Mccloud Elementary

Brickey Mccloud Elementary is a public elementary school in Knoxville, TN, part of Knox County. Brickey Mccloud Elementary serves approximately 859 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Brickey Mccloud Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #884 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Brickey Mccloud Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.2% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+9.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.4 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+1.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,187
Chronic Absenteeism19.9%

Brickey Mccloud Elementary — Students at Brickey Mccloud Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 51.3% (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
57%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
41%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
41%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
43.9%
2025
Math
49%
ELA
48.2%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Brickey Mccloud Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
51th percentile in TN
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
65 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1810 Dry Gap PIKE, Knoxville, TN 37918

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brickey Mccloud Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shannondale Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Halls Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GARDEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Sterchi Elementary Knoxville 2.5 mi 5.0
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Knoxville 2.6 mi 6.8
Gresham Middle School Knoxville 2.6 mi 4.3
Copper Ridge Elementary Powell 2.9 mi 5.7
Fountain City Elementary Knoxville 2.6 mi 7.6
Halls Elementary Knoxville 2.9 mi 8.0
GARDEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville 2.9 mi 7.7
Halls Middle School Knoxville 3.1 mi 4.7
Central High School Knoxville 3.0 mi 4.3
Inskip Elementary Knoxville 3.7 mi 4.3
Halls High School Knoxville 3.2 mi 4.6
TEMPLE BAPTIST ACADEMY Powell 3.7 mi 6.3
Tennessee Virtual Academy Knoxville 4.0 mi 4.4
Tennessee Virtual Junior High School Knoxville 4.0 mi 2.6
FIRST BAPTIST ACADEMY Powell 3.6 mi 6.4
Powell Elementary Powell 3.7 mi 7.5
Adrian Burnett Elementary Knoxville 3.6 mi 5.8
Norwood Elementary Knoxville 4.4 mi 5.5
Powell High School Powell 4.0 mi 5.0
Shannondale Elementary Knoxville 3.9 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37918 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,311

Median Home Value

$237,500

Median Rent

$1,102/mo

Population

45,978

College Educated

30.8%

Homeownership

67.9%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

38.9

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Highland Oaks Elementary Memphis, TN 6.5
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Pleasant Hill Elementary Pleasant Hill, TN 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brickey Mccloud Elementary

What grades does Brickey Mccloud Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Brickey Mccloud Elementary?

Brickey Mccloud Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 859 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brickey Mccloud Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Brickey Mccloud Elementary is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brickey Mccloud Elementary rank in TN?

Brickey Mccloud Elementary ranks #884 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Brickey Mccloud Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Brickey Mccloud Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Brickey Mccloud Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brickey Mccloud Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Brickey Mccloud Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Brickey Mccloud Elementary a Title I school?

No, Brickey Mccloud Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
859
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
65
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Knox County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.9%

District

Knox County
District Enrollment
60,604
Schools in District
94
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,187
District Rank
#34 of 88

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