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Henry Elementary

Elementary School · Henry County

937 Pioneer RD, Henry, TN 38231

Enrollment

352

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#919 of 1,786

In district

#5 of 6

Henry County

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Henry Elementary

6.4/10

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

Henry County Virtual Academy

7.6/10

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7.2/10

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About Henry Elementary

Henry Elementary is a public elementary school in Henry, TN, part of Henry County. Henry Elementary serves approximately 352 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Henry Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #919 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Henry Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Henry 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 Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.2% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.3 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,140
Chronic Absenteeism13.4%

Henry Elementary — Students at Henry Elementary score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 30.9% (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
25%
ELA
35%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
40%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
43%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
34.5%
ELA
27.2%
2025
Math
43.2%
ELA
22.5%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Henry Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
49th percentile in TN
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.4%

Location

937 Pioneer RD, Henry, TN 38231

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Henry Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Huntingdon Primary (rated 8.7/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Huntingdon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Central Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Bruceton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Paris Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Paris), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Henry, see our Henry schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Henry County Virtual Academy Paris 0.0 mi 7.6
McKenzie High School Mckenzie 6.4 mi 7.2
W O Inman Middle School Paris 7.3 mi 8.2
BETHEL FELLOWSHIP MENNONITE SCHOOL Paris 7.7 mi
E. W. Grove School Paris 7.6 mi 4.2
McKenzie Elementary Mckenzie 7.6 mi 7.1
McKenzie Middle School Mckenzie 7.7 mi 6.1
Paris Elementary Paris 8.5 mi 7.6
Henry Co High School Paris 9.1 mi 7.3
W G Rhea Elementary Paris 9.3 mi 6.6
LAKESIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Paris 10.6 mi
WESTON CLASSICAL SCHOOL Paris 11.2 mi
Huntingdon Primary Huntingdon 13.5 mi 8.7
Northwest Head Start - Huntingdon Huntingdon 13.6 mi 3.3
Huntingdon Middle School Huntingdon 13.7 mi 7.0
Carroll Co Tech Center Huntingdon 13.9 mi
Huntingdon High School Huntingdon 13.9 mi 6.1
Gleason School Gleason 11.3 mi 7.7
Central Elementary Bruceton 14.5 mi 8.2
Central High School Bruceton 14.5 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38231 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$38,810

Median Home Value

$86,800

Median Rent

$719/mo

Population

2,012

College Educated

8.9%

Homeownership

73.3%

Avg Commute

18.7 min

Poverty Rate

29.5%

Median Age

41.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Henry Elementary

What grades does Henry Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Henry Elementary?

Henry Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 352 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Henry Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Henry Elementary is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Henry Elementary rank in TN?

Henry Elementary ranks #919 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Henry Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Henry Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Henry Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Henry Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Henry Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Henry Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Henry County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.4%

District

Henry County
District Enrollment
3,007
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,140
District Rank
#5 of 6

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