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Indian Springs Elementary

Elementary School · Sullivan County

333 Hill RD, Kingsport, TN 37664

Enrollment

351

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#973 of 1,786

In Kingsport

#13 of 18

public schools

In district

#10 of 15

Sullivan County

Academic performance

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Indian Springs Elementary

6.3/10

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

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4.0/10

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7.5/10

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About Indian Springs Elementary

Indian Springs Elementary is a public elementary school in Kingsport, TN, part of Sullivan County. Indian Springs Elementary serves approximately 351 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Indian Springs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #973 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Indian Springs Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.2% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.9% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.1 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,468
Chronic Absenteeism16.2%

Indian Springs Elementary — Students at Indian Springs Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 47.8% (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
51%
ELA
51%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
36.5%
ELA
44.5%
2025
Math
47.2%
ELA
50.9%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Indian Springs Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
46th percentile in TN
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
6.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.2%

Location

333 Hill RD, Kingsport, TN 37664

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Indian Springs Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hilton Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Hiltons), which scores notably higher. Another option is Miller Perry Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 7.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Central Heights Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Blountville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kingsport, see our Kingsport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.2 mi
School Distance Rating
West Ridge High School Blountville 1.8 mi 4.0
Sullivan Central Middle School Blountville 2.1 mi 7.5
Holston Elementary Blountville 3.5 mi 5.2
Central Heights Elementary Blountville 4.5 mi 8.0
Ketron Elementary School Kingsport 4.6 mi 5.8
CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY Kingsport 4.8 mi 4.9
Ross N. Robinson Middle School Kingsport 5.3 mi 6.9
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School Kingsport 5.4 mi 7.0
Dobyns - Bennett High School Kingsport 5.9 mi 6.6
Andrew Johnson Elementary School Kingsport 6.0 mi 7.9
Palmer Early Learning Center Kingsport 6.0 mi 5.8
ST DOMINIC CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kingsport 6.2 mi 6.0
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Kingsport 6.5 mi 6.4
Sullivan Heights Middle School Kingsport 7.0 mi 7.4
Miller Perry Elementary Kingsport 7.6 mi 8.3
Hilton Elementary Hiltons 8.3 mi 9.5
John Sevier Middle School Kingsport 6.8 mi 5.1
Rock Springs Elementary Kingsport 7.3 mi 7.4
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kingsport 7.1 mi 5.2
ST PAUL'S DAY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Kingsport 7.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37664 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,164

Median Home Value

$204,900

Median Rent

$817/mo

Population

28,721

College Educated

33.9%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

15.6%

Median Age

45.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Indian Springs Elementary

What grades does Indian Springs Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Indian Springs Elementary?

Indian Springs Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 351 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Indian Springs Elementary?

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

How does Indian Springs Elementary rank in TN?

Indian Springs Elementary ranks #973 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Indian Springs Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Indian Springs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Indian Springs Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Indian Springs Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Indian Springs Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Indian Springs Elementary a Title I school?

No, Indian Springs Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
14 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Sullivan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.2%

District

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

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