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Below Average

#1486 of 1,786 schools in TN

Eakin Elementary

Elementary School · Bedford County

1100 Glenoaks RD, Shelbyville, TN 37160

Enrollment

623

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,486 of 1,786

In Shelbyville

#4 of 8

public schools

In district

#10 of 14

Bedford County

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Eakin Elementary

4.7/10

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

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5.8/10

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About Eakin Elementary

Eakin Elementary is a public elementary school in Shelbyville, TN, part of Bedford County. Eakin Elementary serves approximately 623 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Eakin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,486 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Eakin Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.7% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.1% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-16.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.7 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-13.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,873
Chronic Absenteeism23.1%

Eakin Elementary — Students at Eakin Elementary score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 27.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 21.8% (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
38%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
38%
2011
Math
39%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
30%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
14%
ELA
16%
2017
Math
15%
ELA
14%
2018
Math
16%
ELA
11%
2019
Math
16%
ELA
11%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
9%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
9%
2022
Math
10.7%
ELA
12.4%
2025
Math
22.7%
ELA
30.1%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How Eakin Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
4.7/10
17th percentile in TN
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

Location

1100 Glenoaks RD, Shelbyville, TN 37160

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Eakin Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Plainview Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Christiana), which scores notably higher. Another option is Christiana Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 16.0 miles away, in nearby Christiana), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Thomas Magnet School (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Shelbyville, see our Shelbyville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.0 mi
School Distance Rating
VICTORY BAPTIST ACADEMY Shelbyville 1.3 mi 5.8
Thomas Magnet School Shelbyville 1.4 mi 8.1
East Side Elementary Shelbyville 1.6 mi 6.6
Shelbyville Central High School Shelbyville 1.7 mi 3.8
Harris Middle School Shelbyville 1.9 mi 3.5
Learning Way Elementary Shelbyville 2.0 mi 4.5
South Side Elementary Shelbyville 2.5 mi 4.2
Liberty Elementary Shelbyville 6.1 mi 5.8
Cascade Middle School Wartrace 6.7 mi 7.3
Cascade Elementary Wartrace 6.8 mi 7.2
Cascade High School Wartrace 7.2 mi 6.6
THE WEBB SCHOOL Bell Buckle 8.2 mi 8.0
Community High School Unionville 10.2 mi 5.4
Community Elementary School Unionville 10.8 mi 7.2
Community Middle School Unionville 10.9 mi 6.5
CEDAR HALL SCHOOL Christiana 14.1 mi 4.7
Moore County High School Lynchburg 14.5 mi 6.2
Lynchburg Elementary Lynchburg 15.3 mi 6.5
Plainview Elementary School Christiana 15.1 mi 9.1
Christiana Elementary Christiana 16.0 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37160 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,899

Median Home Value

$257,700

Median Rent

$924/mo

Population

36,422

College Educated

15.6%

Homeownership

62.5%

Avg Commute

26.5 min

Poverty Rate

16.3%

Median Age

35.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Eakin Elementary

What grades does Eakin Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Eakin Elementary?

Eakin Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 623 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Eakin Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Eakin Elementary is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Eakin Elementary rank in TN?

Eakin Elementary ranks #1,486 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Eakin Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Eakin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Eakin Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Eakin Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Eakin Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Eakin Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
623
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Bedford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

District

Bedford County
District Enrollment
8,994
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,873
District Rank
#10 of 14

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