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Emmett Elementary

Elementary School · Sullivan County

753 Emmett RD, Bristol, TN 37620

Enrollment

309

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#901 of 1,786

In Bristol

#8 of 9

public schools

In district

#9 of 15

Sullivan County

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Emmett Elementary

6.5/10

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

Holston View Elementary

8.7/10

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7.3/10

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About Emmett Elementary

Emmett Elementary is a public elementary school in Bristol, TN, part of Sullivan County. Emmett Elementary serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Emmett Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #901 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Emmett Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Emmett Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-9.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.3 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-6.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,468
Chronic Absenteeism18.4%

Emmett Elementary — Students at Emmett Elementary score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 32.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 36.2% (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
27%
ELA
27%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
24.5%
ELA
25.1%
2025
Math
29.9%
ELA
32.5%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Emmett Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
50th percentile in TN
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.4%

Location

753 Emmett RD, Bristol, TN 37620

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Emmett Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Holston View Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is High Point Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 6.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Haynesfield Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 5.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bristol, see our Bristol schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Holston View Elementary Bristol 4.1 mi 8.7
Fairmount Elementary Bristol 5.1 mi 7.3
TENNESSEE AVENUE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bristol 5.2 mi 6.6
Bristol Tennessee Middle School Bristol 5.2 mi 6.7
Haynesfield Elementary Bristol 5.1 mi 7.7
Tennessee High School Bristol 5.3 mi 5.5
High Point Elementary Bristol 6.0 mi 8.6
Tennessee Online Public School Bristol 5.6 mi 7.6
Tennessee Online Public School at Bristol Bristol 5.6 mi
Highland View Elementary Bristol 6.1 mi 5.9
Sullivan East Middle School Bluff City 5.4 mi 6.6
Anderson Elementary Bristol 5.8 mi 6.7
Sullivan East High School Bluff City 5.4 mi 5.2
Joseph Van Pelt Elementary Bristol 6.7 mi 6.1
MINNICK SCHOOL - BRISTOL Bristol 6.3 mi
ST ANNES SCHOOL Bristol 6.5 mi 5.5
Virginia Middle Bristol 6.6 mi 6.5
Washington-Lee Elementary Bristol 6.7 mi 7.4
Virginia High Bristol 7.0 mi 6.1
Stonewall Jackson Elementary Bristol 7.0 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37620 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,908

Median Home Value

$175,500

Median Rent

$809/mo

Population

38,330

College Educated

26.1%

Homeownership

71.5%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Median Age

44.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Emmett Elementary

What grades does Emmett Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Emmett Elementary?

Emmett Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Emmett Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Emmett Elementary is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Emmett Elementary rank in TN?

Emmett Elementary ranks #901 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Emmett Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Emmett Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Emmett Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Emmett Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Emmett Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Emmett Elementary a Title I school?

No, Emmett Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
2 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
14 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Sullivan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.4%

District

Sullivan County
District Enrollment
8,082
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,468
District Rank
#9 of 15

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