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#180 of 1,785 schools in TN

Top 10% in state

Doyle Elementary

Elementary School · White County

174 West Gooseneck RD, Doyle, TN 38559

Enrollment

304

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee elementary schools

#147 of 1,002

In district

#5 of 8

White County

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Exceptional

About Doyle Elementary

Doyle Elementary is a public elementary school in Doyle, TN, part of the White County. The school serves approximately 304 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 90th percentile among TN schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 51% proficiency in math, 12 points above the state average and 37% in reading/language arts, 4 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.7/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $42,955, where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.

What Parents Should Know

Located in a rural area, Doyle Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+3.57 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.3Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63.9%
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.1%
Math vs. State Avg+24.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.3 pts
Overall Proficiency58%
Expected (poverty-adj.)35%
vs. Expected+22.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,771

Doyle Elementary — Students at Doyle Elementary score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.0%
School
State
39.2%
ELA Proficiency 36.7%
School
State
40.8%

Based on 7 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
63.9%
ELA
51.1%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Doyle Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
90th percentile in TN
Academic
9.3/10
9.3/10
Growth
9.7/10
Above average
Environment
4.0/10
Below average

Location

174 West Gooseneck RD, Doyle, TN 38559

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Doyle Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Findlay Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Sparta), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Cassville Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Sparta), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bon De Croft Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Sparta), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Doyle, see our Doyle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.0 mi
School Distance Rating
QUEBECK CHRISTIAN EDUCATION SATELLITE-UMBRELLA Quebeck 3.8 mi
Woodland Park Elementary Sparta 4.6 mi 8.1
White County High School Sparta 6.5 mi 6.7
White Co Middle School Sparta 6.9 mi 7.5
Van Buren Co High School Spencer 7.2 mi 7.1
Spencer Elementary Spencer 7.2 mi 7.4
Findlay Elementary Sparta 7.6 mi 9.0
Cassville Elementary Sparta 8.9 mi 8.8
Northfield Elementary School Sparta 12.6 mi 8.6
Eastside Elementary Rock Island 11.4 mi 8.5
Bon De Croft Elementary Sparta 11.9 mi 8.8
Prescott South Middle School Cookeville 18.1 mi 9.0
Prescott South Elementary Cookeville 18.2 mi 8.7
Dibrell Elementary Mcminnville 16.1 mi 6.0
FAULKNER SPRINGS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mc Minnville 17.0 mi
HEAVENLY HOST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cookeville 20.6 mi 5.0
Warren Connect Mcminnville 17.9 mi 6.7
Warren County Middle School Mcminnville 18.0 mi 5.6
Park View Elementary Cookeville 20.9 mi 8.7
Putnam County VITAL Cookeville 21.0 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38559 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,955

Median Home Value

$148,100

Median Rent

$932/mo

Population

1,227

College Educated

14%

Homeownership

76.8%

Poverty Rate

19.6%

Median Age

32.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding Doyle Elementary has a median household income of $42,955. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $148,100, with a median rent of $932/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.6%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bethpage Elementary Bethpage, TN 8.4
Camp Creek Elementary Greeneville, TN 8.4
Compass Community School Binghampton Campus Memphis, TN 8.4
Corryton Elementary Corryton, TN 8.4
Fairview Elementary Maryville, TN 8.4
Jere Whitson Elementary Cookeville, TN 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Doyle Elementary

What grades does Doyle Elementary serve?

Doyle Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Doyle Elementary?

Doyle Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Doyle Elementary?

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

How does Doyle Elementary rank in TN?

Doyle Elementary is ranked #180 out of 1,785 schools in TN.

What is Doyle Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Doyle Elementary has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Doyle Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Doyle Elementary has 51.0% math proficiency and 36.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Doyle Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Doyle Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
12 Somewhat Bikeable
County Safety
Average (411/100K)

Powered by Walk Score

FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
White County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

White County
District Enrollment
3,851
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,161
District Rank
#5 of 8

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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