Very Good
#479 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 27% in state
East Side Elementary
Elementary School · Elizabethton
800 Siam RD, Elizabethton, TN 37643
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#479 of 1,786
In Elizabethton
#5 of 13
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Elizabethton
Academic performance
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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East Side Elementary
Elementary School in Elizabethton · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About East Side Elementary
East Side Elementary is a public elementary school in Elizabethton, TN, part of Elizabethton. East Side Elementary serves approximately 462 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. East Side Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #479 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for East Side Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 8.3
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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East Side Elementary — Students at East Side Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.5/10.
How East Side Elementary Compares
See how East Side Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
800 Siam RD, Elizabethton, TN 37643
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Side Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West Side Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valley Forge Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harold McCormick Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Elizabethton, see our Elizabethton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Harold McCormick Elementary Elizabethton | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| ELIZABETHTON ACADEMY Elizabethton | 1.3 mi | — |
| T A Dugger Junior High School Elizabethton | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| EAST TN CHRISTIAN HOME & ACADEMY Elizabethton | 1.8 mi | — |
| Valley Forge Elementary Elizabethton | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Elizabethton High School Elizabethton | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Siam Learning Center Elizabethton | 2.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Carter County Online Academy Elizabethton | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| West Side Elementary Elizabethton | 2.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Hunter Elementary Elizabethton | 3.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Hampton Elementary Hampton | 4.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Hampton High School Hampton | 4.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Unaka High School Elizabethton | 4.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Happy Valley High School Elizabethton | 4.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Happy Valley Middle School Elizabethton | 4.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Central Elementary Johnson City | 4.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Happy Valley Elementary Johnson City | 4.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Unaka Elementary Elizabethton | 7.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Mary Hughes School Piney Flats | 7.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Mountain View Elementary Johnson City | 7.4 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37643 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,455
Median Home Value
$156,200
Median Rent
$733/mo
Population
33,690
College Educated
20.9%
Homeownership
73.5%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
17.2%
Median Age
46.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clinton Elementary Clinton, TN | 7.5 |
| Doak Elementary Greeneville, TN | 7.5 |
| Dover Elementary Dover, TN | 7.5 |
| East Lake Elementary School Chattanooga, TN | 7.5 |
| Explore Community School Nashville, TN | 7.5 |
| HARDING ACADEMY Nashville, TN | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Side Elementary
What grades does East Side Elementary serve?
East Side Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend East Side Elementary?
East Side Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 462 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Side Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at East Side Elementary is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Side Elementary rank in TN?
East Side Elementary ranks #479 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is East Side Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
East Side Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Side Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East Side Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is East Side Elementary a charter school?
No, East Side Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Side Elementary a Title I school?
No, East Side Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 462
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Carter County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.7%
- Phone
- (423) 547-8010
Resources & Links
District
Elizabethton- District Enrollment
- 2,689
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,343
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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