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#838 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 47% in state
Happy Valley Middle School
Middle School · Carter County
163 Warpath LN, Elizabethton, TN 37643
Enrollment
361
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
361
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#838 of 1,786
In Elizabethton
#8 of 13
public schools
In district
#9 of 15
Carter County
Academic performance
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Happy Valley Middle School
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Happy Valley High School
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About Happy Valley Middle School
Happy Valley Middle School is a public middle school in Elizabethton, TN, part of Carter County. Happy Valley Middle School serves approximately 361 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Happy Valley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #838 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Happy Valley Middle School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- TN avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Happy Valley Middle School 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
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Happy Valley Middle School — Students at Happy Valley Middle School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 30 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: 7.6/10.
How Happy Valley Middle School Compares
See how Happy Valley Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
163 Warpath LN, Elizabethton, TN 37643
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Happy Valley Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. North Side Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Johnson City), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Side Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Side Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Johnson City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elizabethton, see our Elizabethton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Happy Valley High School Elizabethton | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Happy Valley Elementary Johnson City | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Central Elementary Johnson City | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| West Side Elementary Elizabethton | 2.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Mountain View Elementary Johnson City | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
| ASHLEY ACADEMY Johnson City | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Elizabethton High School Elizabethton | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| EAST TN CHRISTIAN HOME & ACADEMY Elizabethton | 3.2 mi | — |
| T A Dugger Junior High School Elizabethton | 3.7 mi | 7.6 |
| MUNSEY KINDERGARTEN Johnson City | 3.9 mi | — |
| MUNSEY PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Johnson City | 3.9 mi | — |
| CENTRAL BAPTIST PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Johnson City | 4.0 mi | — |
| Harold McCormick Elementary Elizabethton | 4.2 mi | 8.4 |
| South Side Elementary Johnson City | 4.2 mi | 8.8 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Johnson City | 4.6 mi | 7.1 |
| ELIZABETHTON ACADEMY Elizabethton | 4.4 mi | — |
| North Side Elementary Johnson City | 4.4 mi | 9.4 |
| East Side Elementary Elizabethton | 4.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Fairmont Elementary Johnson City | 4.7 mi | 8.0 |
| University School Johnson City | 4.9 mi | 8.1 |
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
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|---|---|
| Community Middle School Unionville, TN | 6.5 |
| Lara Kendall Elementary Ridgely, TN | 6.5 |
| Rutledge Middle School Rutledge, TN | 6.5 |
| Surgoinsville Middle School Surgoinsville, TN | 6.5 |
| Whitwell Middle School Whitwell, TN | 6.5 |
| Bledsoe County Middle School Pikeville, TN | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Happy Valley Middle School
What grades does Happy Valley Middle School serve?
Happy Valley Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Happy Valley Middle School?
Happy Valley Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 361 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Happy Valley Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Happy Valley Middle School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Happy Valley Middle School rank in TN?
Happy Valley Middle School ranks #838 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Happy Valley Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Happy Valley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Happy Valley Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Happy Valley Middle School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Happy Valley Middle School a charter school?
No, Happy Valley Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Happy Valley Middle School a Title I school?
No, Happy Valley Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 361
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Carter County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (423) 547-4070
Resources & Links
District
Carter County- District Enrollment
- 4,630
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,526
- District Rank
- #9 of 15
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