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Charger Academy
Elementary School · Tipton County
760 Bert Johnston AVE, Covington, TN 38019
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,267 of 1,786
In Covington
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#8 of 14
Tipton County
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Charger Academy
Elementary School in Covington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Tipton County Alternative Learning Center
0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Crestview Elementary
0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Charger Academy
Charger Academy is a public elementary school in Covington, TN, part of Tipton County. Charger Academy serves approximately 508 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Charger Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,267 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Charger Academy show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Charger Academy — Students at Charger Academy score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.9/10.
How Charger Academy Compares
See how Charger Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
760 Bert Johnston AVE, Covington, TN 38019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Charger Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Atoka Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Atoka), which scores notably higher. Another option is Austin Peay Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 7.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ripley Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Ripley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Covington, see our Covington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tipton County Alternative Learning Center Covington | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Crestview Elementary Covington | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Covington High School Covington | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Crestview Middle School Covington | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| TIPTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Covington | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Austin Peay Elementary School Covington | 7.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Brighton Elementary Brighton | 6.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Brighton Middle School Brighton | 7.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Brighton High School Brighton | 7.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Atoka Elementary School Atoka | 11.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Munford Middle School Munford | 10.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Munford High School Munford | 10.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Munford Elementary Munford | 10.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Ripley Primary Ripley | 13.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Ripley Middle School Ripley | 13.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Ripley Elementary Ripley | 13.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Ripley High School Ripley | 14.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Barret's Chapel Elementary/Middle Arlington | 14.8 mi | 5.8 |
| GALLAWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gallaway | 16.2 mi | — |
| Bolton High Arlington | 17.0 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,957
Median Home Value
$195,400
Median Rent
$912/mo
Population
15,747
College Educated
14.6%
Homeownership
63.1%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
37.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Norwood Elementary Knoxville, TN | 5.5 |
| Pickett County Elementary Byrdstown, TN | 5.5 |
| Rocketship United Nashville, TN | 5.5 |
| Tulip Grove Elementary Hermitage, TN | 5.5 |
| Unicoi Elementary Unicoi, TN | 5.5 |
| Bolivar Elementary Bolivar, TN | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Charger Academy
What grades does Charger Academy serve?
Charger Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Charger Academy?
Charger Academy has an enrollment of approximately 508 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Charger Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Charger Academy is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Charger Academy rank in TN?
Charger Academy ranks #1,267 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Charger Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Charger Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Charger Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Charger Academy has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Charger Academy a charter school?
No, Charger Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Charger Academy a Title I school?
No, Charger Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 508
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Tipton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.4%
- Phone
- (901) 476-1444
Resources & Links
District
Tipton County- District Enrollment
- 10,092
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,845
- District Rank
- #8 of 14
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