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#679 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 38% in state

Carter's Valley Elementary

Elementary School · Hawkins County

1006 N Central AVE, Church Hill, TN 37642

Enrollment

318

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#679 of 1,786

In Church Hill

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 17

Hawkins County

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Carter's Valley Elementary

7.0/10

Elementary School in Church Hill · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.8/10

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6.7/10

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About Carter's Valley Elementary

Carter's Valley Elementary is a public elementary school in Church Hill, TN, part of Hawkins County. Carter's Valley Elementary serves approximately 318 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Carter's Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #679 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Carter's Valley Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.4
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Carter's Valley 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 Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28.2% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.7% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-11 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.1 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,084
Chronic Absenteeism21.4%

Carter's Valley Elementary — Students at Carter's Valley Elementary score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 32.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 30.8% (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
24%
ELA
29%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
21.7%
ELA
25.9%
2025
Math
28.2%
ELA
38.7%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Carter's Valley Elementary Compares

See how Carter's Valley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
62th percentile in TN
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

Location

1006 N Central AVE, Church Hill, TN 37642

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carter's Valley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Yuma Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Gate City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mt Carmel Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Mt. Carmel), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shoemaker Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Gate City), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Church Hill, see our Church Hill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Church Hill Intermediate School Church Hill 2.1 mi 5.8
Church Hill Middle School Church Hill 2.2 mi 6.7
Church Hill Elementary Church Hill 2.2 mi 5.6
Mt Carmel Elementary Mt. Carmel 3.0 mi 8.1
Volunteer High School Church Hill 4.7 mi 5.6
George Washington Elementary School Kingsport 4.3 mi 6.8
Yuma Elementary Gate City 6.1 mi 8.4
APOSTOLIC GOSPEL ACADEMY Kingsport 6.7 mi 5.2
TOP ACADEMY Kingsport 7.3 mi 5.1
Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School Kingsport 7.4 mi 5.8
Sullivan Gardens Elementary Kingsport 8.3 mi 7.3
John F. Kennedy Elementary School Kingsport 7.9 mi 6.3
Andrew Jackson Elementary School Kingsport 8.1 mi 4.5
ST PAUL'S DAY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Kingsport 8.7 mi
Virginia Connections Academy Gate City 9.4 mi
Shoemaker Elementary Gate City 9.4 mi 7.6
Gate City Middle Gate City 9.6 mi 7.5
Gate City High Gate City 9.6 mi 6.9
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kingsport 9.1 mi 5.2
John Sevier Middle School Kingsport 9.1 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37642 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,963

Median Home Value

$178,000

Median Rent

$923/mo

Population

14,491

College Educated

16.1%

Homeownership

83.1%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.7%

Median Age

45.2

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Lake City Elementary Lake City, TN 7.0
Montvale Elementary Maryville, TN 7.0
PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL Memphis, TN 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carter's Valley Elementary

What grades does Carter's Valley Elementary serve?

Carter's Valley Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Carter's Valley Elementary?

Carter's Valley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 318 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carter's Valley Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Carter's Valley Elementary is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Carter's Valley Elementary rank in TN?

Carter's Valley Elementary ranks #679 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Carter's Valley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Carter's Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Carter's Valley Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Carter's Valley Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Carter's Valley Elementary a charter school?

No, Carter's Valley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Carter's Valley Elementary a Title I school?

No, Carter's Valley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
6 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Hawkins County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

District

Hawkins County
District Enrollment
6,223
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,084
District Rank
#4 of 17

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