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#121 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 7% in state

East Chester Elementary School

Elementary School · Chester County

708 East Main ST, Henderson, TN 38340

Enrollment

505

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#121 of 1,786

In Henderson

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

Chester County

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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East Chester Elementary School

8.7/10

Elementary School in Henderson · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Chester County Middle School

8.1/10

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Chester County High School

5.4/10

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About East Chester Elementary School

East Chester Elementary School is a public elementary school in Henderson, TN, part of Chester County. East Chester Elementary School serves approximately 505 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. East Chester Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #121 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for East Chester Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.4
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60.7% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65.6% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+21.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+24.8 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+27.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,924
Chronic Absenteeism18.2%

East Chester Elementary School — Students at East Chester Elementary School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 57.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 50.8% (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
52%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2025
Math
60.7%
ELA
65.6%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How East Chester Elementary School Compares

See how East Chester Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
93th percentile in TN
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
6.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.2%

Location

708 East Main ST, Henderson, TN 38340

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Chester Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jacks Creek Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Jacks Creek), with a very similar rating. Another option is West Tennessee School for the Deaf (rated 8.2/10, 16.9 miles away, in nearby Jackson), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Chester County Middle School (rated 8.1/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Henderson, see our Henderson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Chester County Middle School Henderson 0.1 mi 8.1
Chester County High School Henderson 0.3 mi 5.4
Chester County Junior High School Henderson 0.4 mi 6.1
W Chester Elementary School Henderson 3.1 mi 8.1
NEW HEIGHTS SCHOOL TN CHILDRENS HOME WEST Pinson 3.7 mi
Jacks Creek Elementary Jacks Creek 6.2 mi 8.7
South Elementary Pinson 7.6 mi 7.0
GEORGE THOMAS JR ACADEMY AT EDEN Pinson 7.9 mi
GEORGE THOMAS JR ACADEMY Pinson 8.2 mi
Bethel Springs Elementary Bethel Springs 14.4 mi 6.0
South Haven Elementary Lexington 13.1 mi 6.3
Rose Hill School Jackson 14.0 mi 6.0
South Side High School Jackson 13.8 mi 5.1
Isaac Lane Technology Magnet Elementary Jackson 15.5 mi 4.4
Jackson Career Technology Magnet Elementary Jackson 15.5 mi 4.3
West-Bemis Middle School Jackson 15.0 mi 5.9
Lincoln Elementary School Jackson 15.9 mi 3.9
Westover Elementary Huron 17.7 mi 6.8
West Tennessee School for the Deaf Jackson 16.9 mi 8.2
Jackson Central Merry High School Jackson 16.6 mi 1.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38340 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,477

Median Home Value

$142,000

Median Rent

$741/mo

Population

12,274

College Educated

20.5%

Homeownership

73.1%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

15.9%

Median Age

34.3

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School Rating
Apison Elementary School Apison, TN 8.7
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Gene W. Brown Elementary Hendersonville, TN 8.7
Grassland Elementary Brentwood, TN 8.7
Holston View Elementary Bristol, TN 8.7
Huntingdon Primary Huntingdon, TN 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Chester Elementary School

What grades does East Chester Elementary School serve?

East Chester Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend East Chester Elementary School?

East Chester Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 505 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Chester Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at East Chester Elementary School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Chester Elementary School rank in TN?

East Chester Elementary School ranks #121 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is East Chester Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Chester Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 East Chester Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Chester Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is East Chester Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is East Chester Elementary School a Title I school?

No, East Chester Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Chester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.2%

District

Chester County
District Enrollment
2,782
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,924
District Rank
#1 of 6

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