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#302 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 17% in state

Cecil B Rigsby Elementary

Elementary School · Bledsoe County

8231 New Harmony RD, Pikeville, TN 37367

Enrollment

181

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#302 of 1,786

In Pikeville

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Bledsoe County

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Cecil B Rigsby Elementary

8.0/10

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

Pikeville Elementary

8.0/10

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6.3/10

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About Cecil B Rigsby Elementary

Cecil B Rigsby Elementary is a public elementary school in Pikeville, TN, part of Bledsoe County. Cecil B Rigsby Elementary serves approximately 181 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Cecil B Rigsby Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #302 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Cecil B Rigsby Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 181 students, Cecil B Rigsby Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Cecil B Rigsby 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 Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.8% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.6% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+6.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.2 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+19.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,360
Chronic Absenteeism28.2%

Cecil B Rigsby Elementary — Students at Cecil B Rigsby Elementary score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 32.1% (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
22%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2022
Math
35.6%
ELA
28.5%
2025
Math
45.8%
ELA
36.6%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Cecil B Rigsby Elementary Compares

See how Cecil B Rigsby Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
83th percentile in TN
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
5.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

Location

8231 New Harmony RD, Pikeville, TN 37367

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cecil B Rigsby Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Spring City Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 17.1 miles away, in nearby Spring City), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Mary V Wheeler Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 8.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, North Hamilton County Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Sale Creek), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pikeville, see our Pikeville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Pikeville Elementary Pikeville 4.1 mi 8.0
Bledsoe County High School Pikeville 5.3 mi 6.3
Bledsoe County Middle School Pikeville 5.4 mi 6.7
Rhea Central Elementary Dayton 7.4 mi 8.4
Graysville Elementary School Dayton 8.4 mi 7.0
RHEA COUNTY ACADEMY Dayton 8.1 mi 5.8
Dayton City Elementary Dayton 8.3 mi 7.3
Mary V Wheeler Elementary Pikeville 8.8 mi 8.8
Rhea County High School Evensville 10.2 mi 6.3
Rhea Middle School Evensville 10.3 mi 7.2
Sale Creek Middle / High School Sale Creek 13.1 mi 8.2
Frazier Elementary Dayton 11.5 mi 5.7
SEQUATCHIE VALLEY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Dunlap 12.9 mi
North Hamilton County Elementary School Sale Creek 15.4 mi 8.8
Spring City Middle School Spring City 16.4 mi 8.0
Soddy Elementary School Soddy Daisy 19.4 mi 8.4
Spring City Elementary Spring City 17.1 mi 8.9
Frank P. Brown Elementary Crossville 20.1 mi 5.4
Meigs South Elementary Decatur 17.5 mi 6.6
Soddy Daisy Middle School Soddy Daisy 21.5 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37367 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,696

Median Home Value

$170,400

Median Rent

$781/mo

Population

11,736

College Educated

10.5%

Homeownership

78.9%

Avg Commute

34.5 min

Poverty Rate

21.8%

Median Age

44.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cecil B Rigsby Elementary

What grades does Cecil B Rigsby Elementary serve?

Cecil B Rigsby Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Cecil B Rigsby Elementary?

Cecil B Rigsby Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 181 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cecil B Rigsby Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Cecil B Rigsby Elementary is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cecil B Rigsby Elementary rank in TN?

Cecil B Rigsby Elementary ranks #302 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Cecil B Rigsby Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Cecil B Rigsby Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Cecil B Rigsby Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cecil B Rigsby Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cecil B Rigsby Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Cecil B Rigsby Elementary a Title I school?

No, Cecil B Rigsby Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
181
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Bledsoe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

District

Bledsoe County
District Enrollment
1,650
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,360
District Rank
#2 of 5

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