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East Elementary School

Elementary School · Humboldt City Schools

1560 North 30th AVE, Humboldt, TN 38343

Enrollment

421

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

2.9

Grades

2nd – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,750 of 1,786

In Humboldt

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Humboldt City Schools

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East Elementary School

2.9/10

Elementary School in Humboldt · grades 2nd – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Humboldt Junior/senior High School

5.5/10

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7.6/10

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About East Elementary School

East Elementary School is a public elementary school in Humboldt, TN, part of Humboldt City Schools. East Elementary School serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades 2nd-6th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. East Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,750 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for East Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

How it compares2.4 pts below district
  • This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.3
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.1Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.92 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency11.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-31.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-29.3 pts
Overall Proficiency9% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-15.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,012
Chronic Absenteeism25.2%

East Elementary School — Students at East Elementary School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 27.8% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 22.1% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
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.

2010
Math
48%
ELA
33%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
41%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
40%
ELA
33%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
21%
2018
Math
18%
ELA
15%
2019
Math
18%
ELA
15%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
8%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
8%
2022
Math
12.7%
ELA
14.8%
2025
Math
7.3%
ELA
11.5%

* 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: 2.1/10.

How East Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
2.9/10
2th percentile in TN
Academic
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.2%

Location

1560 North 30th AVE, Humboldt, TN 38343

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gadsden Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Gadsden), which scores notably higher. Another option is Milan Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Milan), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Gibson County Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Medina), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Humboldt, see our Humboldt schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Humboldt Junior/Senior High School Humboldt 0.8 mi 5.5
Stigall Primary School Humboldt 2.1 mi 7.6
South Gibson County Elementary School Medina 4.8 mi 7.9
South Gibson County Middle School Medina 5.2 mi 7.3
South Gibson County High School Medina 5.3 mi 7.2
AUGUSTINE SCHOOL Jackson 8.0 mi 6.1
Pope School Jackson 8.5 mi 5.6
Gadsden Elementary Gadsden 7.6 mi 9.3
Thelma Barker Elementary Jackson 8.7 mi 3.8
Peabody High School Trenton 9.1 mi 5.4
Trenton Middle School Trenton 9.2 mi 5.5
TRINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jackson 9.9 mi 5.9
Trenton Elementary Trenton 9.9 mi 7.4
North Side High School Jackson 10.4 mi 3.8
JACKSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jackson 11.4 mi 5.3
Jackson Academic STEAM Academy Jackson 11.8 mi 5.1
Milan Elementary Milan 10.7 mi 8.1
East Elementary School Jackson 10.9 mi 3.8
Milan Middle School Milan 11.1 mi 6.7
Northeast Middle School Jackson 11.7 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38343 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,430

Median Home Value

$164,200

Median Rent

$768/mo

Population

15,672

College Educated

20.3%

Homeownership

63.5%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

43.2

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Bulls Gap School Bulls Gap, TN 3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Elementary School

What grades does East Elementary School serve?

East Elementary School serves students in grades 2nd through 6th.

How many students attend East Elementary School?

East Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at East Elementary School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Elementary School rank in TN?

East Elementary School ranks #1,750 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is East Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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 East Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

Is East Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is East Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 6th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Gibson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.2%

District

Humboldt City Schools
District Enrollment
1,044
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,012
District Rank
#3 of 3

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