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E.l. Ross Elementary

Elementary School · Cleveland

4340 Mouse Creek RD, Cleveland, TN 37312

Enrollment

254

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

6.0

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,054 of 1,786

In Cleveland

#18 of 24

public schools

In district

#5 of 9

Cleveland

Academic performance

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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E.l. Ross Elementary

6.0/10

Elementary School in Cleveland · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.4/10

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8.1/10

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About E.l. Ross Elementary

E.l. Ross Elementary is a public elementary school in Cleveland, TN, part of Cleveland. E.l.

Ross Elementary serves approximately 254 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. E.l. Ross Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,054 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for E.l. Ross Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.2% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.6% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+13 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.8 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,690
Chronic Absenteeism24.4%

E.l. Ross Elementary — Students at E.l. Ross Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 49.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 31 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
62%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
61%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
33.9%
ELA
33.7%
2025
Math
52.2%
ELA
44.6%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How E.l. Ross Elementary Compares

See how E.l. Ross Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
41th percentile in TN
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

Location

4340 Mouse Creek RD, Cleveland, TN 37312

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering E.l. Ross Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Candy's Creek Cherokee Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Lee Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Michigan Avenue Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
D.P. Yates Primary Cleveland 0.2 mi 7.4
North Lee Elementary School Cleveland 0.7 mi 8.1
Cleveland High Cleveland 1.2 mi 5.0
BOWMAN HILLS SCHOOL Cleveland 1.6 mi 5.6
Candy's Creek Cherokee Elementary School Cleveland 1.7 mi 9.2
Cleveland Middle Cleveland 1.9 mi 5.0
Bradley County Virtual School Cleveland 2.4 mi 7.3
North Cleveland GOAL Academy Cleveland 2.4 mi
UNITED CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cleveland 2.3 mi 7.4
Ocoee Middle School Cleveland 2.5 mi 6.9
LUDIC SPECTRUM CENTER Cleveland 2.2 mi
G.R. Stuart Elementary Cleveland 2.6 mi 5.8
Mayfield Elementary Cleveland 2.7 mi 6.4
Hopewell Elementary School Cleveland 2.4 mi 7.4
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CLEVELAND Cleveland 2.5 mi 7.3
Arnold Memorial Elementary Cleveland 3.3 mi 5.3
CLEVELAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cleveland 4.0 mi 5.8
Michigan Avenue Elementary School Cleveland 3.8 mi 8.0
Bradley Central High School Cleveland 4.0 mi 5.4
CANDIES CREEK ACADEMY Charleston 4.4 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37312 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,369

Median Home Value

$270,500

Median Rent

$1,080/mo

Population

36,894

College Educated

36.3%

Homeownership

71.1%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

40.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about E.l. Ross Elementary

What grades does E.l. Ross Elementary serve?

E.l. Ross Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend E.l. Ross Elementary?

E.l. Ross Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 254 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at E.l. Ross Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at E.l. Ross Elementary is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does E.l. Ross Elementary rank in TN?

E.l. Ross Elementary ranks #1,054 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is E.l. Ross Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

E.l. Ross Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 E.l. Ross Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, E.l. Ross Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is E.l. Ross Elementary a charter school?

No, E.l. Ross Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is E.l. Ross Elementary a Title I school?

No, E.l. Ross Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
54 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Bradley County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

District

Cleveland
District Enrollment
5,845
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,690
District Rank
#5 of 9

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