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Burchfield Elementary

Elementary School · Scott County

1112 West 3rd ST, Oneida, TN 37841

Enrollment

468

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,118 of 1,786

In Oneida

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

Scott County

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Burchfield Elementary

5.9/10

Elementary School in Oneida · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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About Burchfield Elementary

Burchfield Elementary is a public elementary school in Oneida, TN, part of Scott County. Burchfield Elementary serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Burchfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,118 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Burchfield Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 7.4
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Burchfield Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Burchfield Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.7% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency13.6% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-15.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-27.2 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-10.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,976
Chronic Absenteeism21.4%

Burchfield Elementary — Students at Burchfield Elementary score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 23.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 28.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 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
20%
ELA
35%
2010
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
30%
ELA
40%
2013
Math
33%
ELA
39%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
19%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
24%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
24%
2020*
Math
9%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
9%
ELA
20%
2022
Math
19.2%
ELA
29.6%
2025
Math
23.7%
ELA
13.6%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Burchfield Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
38th percentile in TN
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

Location

1112 West 3rd ST, Oneida, TN 37841

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Burchfield Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fairview Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Huntsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Huntsville Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Huntsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Whitley City Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 18.1 miles away, in nearby Whitley City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oneida, see our Oneida schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 22.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Oneida High School Oneida 1.1 mi 5.2
Oneida Middle School Oneida 1.1 mi 5.9
Oneida Elementary Oneida 1.6 mi 6.6
LANDMARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oneida 2.1 mi 6.6
Winfield Elementary Winfield 5.0 mi 7.1
Scott High School Huntsville 6.6 mi 6.4
Huntsville Middle School Huntsville 6.8 mi 7.0
Huntsville Elementary Huntsville 6.8 mi 7.5
Robbins Elementary Robbins 10.8 mi 7.2
Fairview Elementary Huntsville 11.3 mi 9.3
Pine Knot Intermediate Pine Knot 12.1 mi 6.2
McCreary County Middle School Stearns 14.5 mi 5.5
McCreary Central High School Stearns 14.7 mi 7.8
Whitley City Elementary School Whitley City 18.1 mi 7.5
Elk Valley Elementary Pioneer 15.6 mi 7.2
Sunbright School Sunbright 18.7 mi 5.9
REDEMPTION BAPTIST ACADEMY Lancing 22.6 mi
Allardt Elementary Allardt 21.2 mi 6.7
Fentress Co Adult High School Allardt 21.2 mi
Caryville Elementary Caryville 22.0 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37841 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,928

Median Home Value

$147,300

Median Rent

$763/mo

Population

10,214

College Educated

11.1%

Homeownership

71.6%

Avg Commute

26.5 min

Poverty Rate

24%

Median Age

39.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Burchfield Elementary

What grades does Burchfield Elementary serve?

Burchfield Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Burchfield Elementary?

Burchfield Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Burchfield Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Burchfield Elementary is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Burchfield Elementary rank in TN?

Burchfield Elementary ranks #1,118 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Burchfield Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Burchfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Burchfield Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Burchfield Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Burchfield Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Burchfield Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Scott County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

District

Scott County
District Enrollment
2,505
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,976
District Rank
#7 of 7

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