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#802 of 1,786 schools in TN

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Ellen Myers Primary

Elementary School · Claiborne County

275 Nettleton RD, Harrogate, TN 37752

Enrollment

356

Student-Teacher

17.8:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#802 of 1,786

In Harrogate

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 13

Claiborne County

Academic performance

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Ellen Myers Primary

6.7/10

Elementary School in Harrogate · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ellen Myers Primary

Ellen Myers Primary is a public elementary school in Harrogate, TN, part of Claiborne County. Ellen Myers Primary serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Ellen Myers Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #802 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Ellen Myers Primary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Ellen Myers Primary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.79 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.6% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.2% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-5.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.4 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+12.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,671
Chronic Absenteeism32.3%

Ellen Myers Primary — Students at Ellen Myers Primary score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 40.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 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
37%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
35.8%
ELA
43.2%
2025
Math
33.6%
ELA
49.2%

* 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 Ellen Myers Primary Compares

See how Ellen Myers Primary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
55th percentile in TN
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.3%

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

275 Nettleton RD, Harrogate, TN 37752

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ellen Myers Primary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Page School Center (rated 7.4/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Pineville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Yellow Creek School Center (rated 7.3/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Middlesboro), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bell Central School Center (rated 7.0/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Pineville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Harrogate, see our Harrogate schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.5 mi
School Distance Rating
J FRANK WHITE ACADEMY Harrogate 0.5 mi 5.0
H. Y. Livesay Middle School Harrogate 2.0 mi 6.2
TRI-STATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cumberland Gap 2.8 mi
Cumberland Gap High School Cumberland Gap 3.7 mi 5.7
Middlesboro Alternative School Middlesboro 3.6 mi 5.0
Middlesboro Group Home School Middlesboro 3.6 mi
Forge Ridge School Harrogate 4.3 mi 6.2
NEW BEGINNING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cumberland Gap 5.2 mi
Middlesboro Elementary School Middlesboro 4.7 mi 5.2
Middlesboro Middle School Middlesboro 5.3 mi 7.0
Middlesboro High School Middlesboro 5.4 mi 7.3
Yellow Creek School Center Middlesboro 6.0 mi 7.3
Bell County High School Pineville 8.9 mi 6.7
Bell Central School Center Pineville 8.9 mi 7.0
Elydale Middle Ewing 7.6 mi 9.0
Page School Center Pineville 9.9 mi 7.4
Midway Elementary New Tazewell 10.2 mi 5.9
Soldiers Memorial Middle School Tazewell 10.2 mi 4.5
Claiborne Virtual Learning Academy Tazewell 10.4 mi 3.8
Powell Valley Elementary Speedwell 9.5 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37752 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,618

Median Home Value

$163,800

Median Rent

$768/mo

Population

6,160

College Educated

22.7%

Homeownership

67.3%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

16.2%

Median Age

39.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Allardt Elementary Allardt, TN 6.7
Anderson Elementary Bristol, TN 6.7
Bridgeport Elementary Newport, TN 6.7
C Hal Henard Elementary Greeneville, TN 6.7
Collinwood Elementary Collinwood, TN 6.7
Martin Primary Martin, TN 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ellen Myers Primary

What grades does Ellen Myers Primary serve?

Ellen Myers Primary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Ellen Myers Primary?

Ellen Myers Primary has an enrollment of approximately 356 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ellen Myers Primary?

The student-teacher ratio at Ellen Myers Primary is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ellen Myers Primary rank in TN?

Ellen Myers Primary ranks #802 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Ellen Myers Primary's MySchoolScout rating?

Ellen Myers Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Ellen Myers Primary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ellen Myers Primary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ellen Myers Primary a charter school?

No, Ellen Myers Primary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ellen Myers Primary a Title I school?

No, Ellen Myers Primary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Claiborne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.3%

District

Claiborne County
District Enrollment
4,061
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,671
District Rank
#1 of 13

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