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East Hardin Elementary

Elementary School · Hardin County

100 Freewill LN, Savannah, TN 38372

Enrollment

417

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,140 of 1,786

In Savannah

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

Hardin County

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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East Hardin Elementary

5.8/10

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

Parris South Elementary

8.5/10

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6.6/10

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About East Hardin Elementary

East Hardin Elementary is a public elementary school in Savannah, TN, part of Hardin County. East Hardin Elementary serves approximately 417 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. East Hardin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,140 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for East Hardin Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.69 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.8% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-9.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.8 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,313
Chronic Absenteeism17.3%

East Hardin Elementary — Students at East Hardin Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.0% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 39.5% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 27 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2010
Math
33%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
22.6%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
29.8%
ELA
32%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How East Hardin Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
36th percentile in TN
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.3%

Location

100 Freewill LN, Savannah, TN 38372

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Hardin Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Parris South Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Michie Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 14.2 miles away, in nearby Michie), which scores notably higher. Additionally, West Hardin Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Adamsville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Savannah, see our Savannah schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Parris South Elementary Savannah 1.0 mi 8.5
Hardin County Middle School Savannah 1.1 mi 6.6
Hardin County High School Savannah 1.3 mi 6.9
Northside Elementary Savannah 1.9 mi 6.9
SHELTERING TREE RANCH Savannah 2.1 mi 7.3
SAVANNAH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Savannah 5.9 mi 5.2
West Hardin Elementary Adamsville 7.1 mi 7.8
Adamsville Elementary Adamsville 9.0 mi 6.8
Adamsville High School Adamsville 10.4 mi 7.6
Pickwick Southside School Counce 12.3 mi 6.5
Michie Elementary Michie 14.2 mi 7.9
Frank Hughes School Clifton 18.8 mi 6.6
SOULS HARBOR LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Scotts Hill 22.0 mi
Scotts Hill Elementary Scotts Hill 22.0 mi 7.3
South Side Elementary Reagan 21.8 mi 5.8
McNairy Central High School Selmer 18.2 mi 6.3
Waterloo High School Waterloo 21.4 mi 8.6
Scotts Hill High School Reagan 22.5 mi 5.7
Selmer Middle School Selmer 19.5 mi 6.4
Selmer Elementary Selmer 19.6 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38372 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,250

Median Home Value

$153,600

Median Rent

$759/mo

Population

17,659

College Educated

14.6%

Homeownership

72.7%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

22%

Median Age

41.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Hardin Elementary

What grades does East Hardin Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend East Hardin Elementary?

East Hardin Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 417 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at East Hardin Elementary is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Hardin Elementary rank in TN?

East Hardin Elementary ranks #1,140 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is East Hardin Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

East Hardin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Hardin Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Hardin Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

Is East Hardin Elementary a charter school?

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

Is East Hardin Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Hardin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.3%

District

Hardin County
District Enrollment
3,359
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,313
District Rank
#7 of 7

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