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East Elementary School

Elementary School · Madison County

2480 Ashport RD, Jackson, TN 38305

Enrollment

491

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,664 of 1,786

In Jackson

#18 of 24

public schools

In district

#19 of 25

Madison County

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East Elementary School

3.8/10

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

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3.5/10

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6.7/10

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About East Elementary School

East Elementary School is a public elementary school in Jackson, TN, part of Madison County. East Elementary School serves approximately 491 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. East Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,664 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for East Elementary School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.6
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-3.04 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.1% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-10.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.4 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-3.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,115
Chronic Absenteeism27.5%

East Elementary School — Students at East Elementary School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.1% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 33.1% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 25 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2011
Math
66%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
20%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
7%
ELA
11%
2021*
Math
7%
ELA
11%
2022
Math
28.8%
ELA
23.7%
2025
Math
29.1%
ELA
35.4%

* 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: 1.9/10.

How East Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.8/10
7th percentile in TN
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2480 Ashport RD, Jackson, TN 38305

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West Tennessee School for the Deaf (rated 8.2/10, 5.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rose Hill School (rated 6.0/10, 7.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pope School (rated 5.6/10, 5.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jackson, see our Jackson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Nova Early Learning Center Jackson 2.5 mi 3.5
Northeast Middle School Jackson 2.4 mi 6.7
Liberty Technology Magnet High School Jackson 3.3 mi 3.7
Thelma Barker Elementary Jackson 4.4 mi 3.8
North Side High School Jackson 4.6 mi 3.8
West Tennessee School for the Deaf Jackson 5.6 mi 8.2
North Parkway Middle School Jackson 5.8 mi 2.9
MADISON OAKS ACADEMY Jackson 6.1 mi
Pope School Jackson 5.8 mi 5.6
Isaac Lane Technology Magnet Elementary Jackson 7.2 mi 4.4
AUGUSTINE SCHOOL Jackson 6.0 mi 6.1
Andrew Jackson Elementary School Jackson 6.6 mi 2.3
Jackson Career Technology Magnet Elementary Jackson 7.3 mi 4.3
South Gibson County High School Medina 7.2 mi 7.2
Jackson Academic STEAM Academy Jackson 6.6 mi 5.1
Jackson Central Merry High School Jackson 7.3 mi 1.7
Jackson Central Merry Middle School Jackson 7.3 mi 5.4
Rose Hill School Jackson 7.7 mi 6.0
Alexander Elementary School Jackson 7.3 mi 2.8
Lincoln Elementary School Jackson 7.5 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,292

Median Home Value

$221,200

Median Rent

$1,201/mo

Population

53,366

College Educated

32.1%

Homeownership

65.2%

Avg Commute

19.3 min

Poverty Rate

14.7%

Median Age

37.9

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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 Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend East Elementary School?

East Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 491 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at East 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 Elementary School rank in TN?

East Elementary School ranks #1,664 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is East Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

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
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Madison County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.5%

District

Madison County
District Enrollment
12,662
Schools in District
26
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,115
District Rank
#19 of 25

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