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Cosby Elementary

Elementary School · Cocke County

3320 Cosby HWY, Cosby, TN 37722

Enrollment

437

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,406 of 1,786

In Cosby

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#9 of 11

Cocke County

Academic performance

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Cosby Elementary

5.0/10

Elementary School in Cosby · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Cosby High School

5.3/10

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About Cosby Elementary

Cosby Elementary is a public elementary school in Cosby, TN, part of Cocke County. Cosby Elementary serves approximately 437 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cosby Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,406 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Cosby Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Cosby 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 Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.1% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+10.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.7 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+19.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,098
Chronic Absenteeism18.8%

Cosby Elementary — Students at Cosby Elementary score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 43.2% (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
54%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
38.6%
ELA
33.6%
2025
Math
50%
ELA
37.1%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Cosby Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
21th percentile in TN
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

Location

3320 Cosby HWY, Cosby, TN 37722

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cosby Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Catons Chapel Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Sevierville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Smoky Mountain Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pittman Center Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Gatlinburg), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cosby, see our Cosby schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Cosby High School Cosby 0.0 mi 5.3
Smoky Mountain Elementary Cosby 3.5 mi 8.7
Jones Cove Elementary Cosby 4.9 mi 7.4
Cocke Co Adult High School Newport 8.5 mi
Edgemont Elementary Newport 8.5 mi 6.0
Cocke Co High School Newport 8.6 mi 4.9
Newport Grammar School Newport 8.7 mi 7.4
Grassy Fork Elementary Hartford 7.2 mi 7.5
Bridgeport Elementary Newport 9.2 mi 6.7
Northwest Elementary Newport 10.6 mi 4.2
Greenbrier Alternative Learning Center Sevierville 11.1 mi
Pittman Center Elementary Gatlinburg 12.3 mi 8.0
Parrottsville Elementary Parrottsville 13.4 mi 5.8
Del Rio Elementary Del Rio 12.5 mi 7.0
New Center Elementary Sevierville 12.4 mi 7.1
Catons Chapel Elementary Sevierville 13.2 mi 9.3
Gatlinburg Pittman High Gatlinburg 14.5 mi 6.5
Gatlinburg Pittman Junior High Gatlinburg 14.5 mi 8.6
Centerview Elementary Newport 17.2 mi 7.4
Maury Middle School Dandridge 16.0 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37722 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,221

Median Home Value

$175,500

Median Rent

$892/mo

Population

7,430

College Educated

15.5%

Homeownership

78.2%

Poverty Rate

15.2%

Median Age

49

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cosby Elementary

What grades does Cosby Elementary serve?

Cosby Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Cosby Elementary?

Cosby Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 437 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cosby Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Cosby Elementary is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cosby Elementary rank in TN?

Cosby Elementary ranks #1,406 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Cosby Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Cosby Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Cosby Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cosby Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cosby Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Cosby Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Cocke County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

District

Cocke County
District Enrollment
4,295
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,098
District Rank
#9 of 11

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