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#525 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 29% in state

Etowah Elementary

Elementary School · Etowah

858 Eighth ST, Etowah, TN 37331

Enrollment

351

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#525 of 1,786

In Etowah

#1 of 2

public schools

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Etowah Elementary

7.4/10

Elementary School in Etowah · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mountain View Elementary

6.0/10

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6.2/10

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About Etowah Elementary

Etowah Elementary is a public elementary school in Etowah, TN, part of Etowah. Etowah Elementary serves approximately 351 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Etowah Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #525 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Etowah Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above TN schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency41.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+2.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.3 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,615
Chronic Absenteeism12.5%

Etowah Elementary — Students at Etowah Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 34.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 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
20%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
21%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
35%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
39%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
21%
2022
Math
32.3%
ELA
32.4%
2025
Math
41.3%
ELA
24.5%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Etowah Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.4/10
71th percentile in TN
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

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

858 Eighth ST, Etowah, TN 37331

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Etowah Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Englewood Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Englewood), with a very similar rating. Another option is E K Baker Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Athens), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Riceville Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Riceville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Etowah, see our Etowah schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Mountain View Elementary Etowah 0.5 mi 6.0
Central High School Englewood 3.9 mi 6.2
ANTIOCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Englewood 6.8 mi 5.0
Englewood Elementary Englewood 7.3 mi 7.3
CHRIST'S LEGACY ACADEMY Athens 8.3 mi 5.7
Athens City Middle School Athens 8.5 mi 6.0
FAIRVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Athens 9.0 mi 6.0
VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Riceville 8.3 mi 5.4
SHENANDOAH RANCH ACADEMY Calhoun 9.0 mi
McMinn High School Athens 9.7 mi 5.1
Polk County High School Benton 10.2 mi 6.8
Rural Vale Elementary Tellico Plains 9.1 mi 3.6
Riceville Elementary Riceville 9.7 mi 7.1
Benton Elementary Benton 12.1 mi 6.6
Chilhowee Middle School Benton 12.3 mi 7.5
Polk Innovative Learning Academy Benton 12.3 mi 3.5
Niota Elementary Niota 13.3 mi 5.7
Calhoun Elementary Calhoun 12.1 mi 6.9
E K Baker Elementary Athens 14.1 mi 7.2
Tellico Plains High School Tellico Plains 13.0 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37331 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,484

Median Home Value

$171,000

Median Rent

$837/mo

Population

7,653

College Educated

18.9%

Homeownership

77.2%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Median Age

42.9

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Camden Elementary Camden, TN 7.4
Centerview Elementary Newport, TN 7.4
Charleston Elementary School Charleston, TN 7.4
Claxton Elementary Powell, TN 7.4
D.P. Yates Primary Cleveland, TN 7.4
Dickson Elementary Dickson, TN 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Etowah Elementary

What grades does Etowah Elementary serve?

Etowah Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Etowah Elementary?

Etowah Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 351 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Etowah Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Etowah Elementary is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Etowah Elementary rank in TN?

Etowah Elementary ranks #525 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Etowah Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Etowah Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Etowah Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Etowah Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Etowah Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Etowah Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
McMinn County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

District

Etowah
District Enrollment
351
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,615
District Rank
#1 of 1

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