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Doe Elementary

Elementary School · Johnson County

7164 Highway 67 West, Mountain City, TN 37683

Enrollment

224

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,095 of 1,786

In Mountain City

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 8

Johnson County

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Doe Elementary

5.9/10

Elementary School in Mountain City · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.0/10

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About Doe Elementary

Doe Elementary is a public elementary school in Mountain City, TN, part of Johnson County. Doe Elementary serves approximately 224 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Doe Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,095 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Doe Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Doe 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 Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-13.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.4 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-1.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$8,198
Chronic Absenteeism17%

Doe Elementary — Students at Doe Elementary score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 39.3% (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

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
43.4%
ELA
36.7%
2025
Math
25.9%
ELA
24.4%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Doe Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
39th percentile in TN
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.0%

Location

7164 Highway 67 West, Mountain City, TN 37683

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Doe Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. High Point Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 16.4 miles away, in nearby Bristol), which scores notably higher. Another option is Watauga Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 16.3 miles away, in nearby Abingdon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rhea Valley Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 17.8 miles away, in nearby Meadowview), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mountain City, see our Mountain City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Roan Creek Elementary Mountain City 4.8 mi 5.0
MOUNTAIN YOUTH ACADEMY Mountain City 6.8 mi 6.7
Mountain City Elementary Mountain City 6.4 mi 4.4
Johnson Co Middle School Mountain City 7.1 mi 6.1
Johnson Co High School Mountain City 7.1 mi 5.1
Bethel Elementary Sugar Grove 10.5 mi 7.4
Little Milligan Butler 10.4 mi 7.4
Unaka Elementary Elizabethton 10.2 mi 5.9
Laurel Elementary Laurel Bloomery 12.4 mi 7.1
Mabel Elementary Zionville 12.3 mi 5.4
Emmett Elementary Bristol 12.8 mi 6.5
Damascus Middle Damascus 15.2 mi 8.4
Unaka High School Elizabethton 13.4 mi 4.9
Watauga Elementary Abingdon 16.3 mi 8.5
Cove Creek Elementary Vilas 15.4 mi 7.3
Holston High Damascus 16.3 mi 8.6
Hunter Elementary Elizabethton 14.4 mi 7.2
Rhea Valley Elementary Meadowview 17.8 mi 7.5
Valle Crucis Elementary Sugar Grove 17.5 mi 6.6
High Point Elementary Bristol 16.4 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37683 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,908

Median Home Value

$175,100

Median Rent

$628/mo

Population

13,716

College Educated

13.4%

Homeownership

77.6%

Poverty Rate

23.3%

Median Age

45.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Doe Elementary

What grades does Doe Elementary serve?

Doe Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Doe Elementary?

Doe Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 224 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Doe Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Doe Elementary is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Doe Elementary rank in TN?

Doe Elementary ranks #1,095 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Doe Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Doe 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 Doe Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Doe Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Doe Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Doe Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
10 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Johnson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.0%

District

Johnson County
District Enrollment
4,788
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,198
District Rank
#3 of 8

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