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Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary

Elementary School · Hamilton County

PO BOX 39, Soddy Daisy, TN 37384

Charter

Enrollment

170

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Soddy Daisy

#6 of 8

public schools

Tennessee elementary schools

#695 of 1,002

In district

#40 of 80

Hamilton County

Equity

8.2 / 10

Very strong

About Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary

Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary is a charter public school located in the suburban community of Soddy Daisy, Tennessee. Serving kindergarten through fifth grade students, the school has an enrollment of 170 pupils and offers a warm, supportive environment tailored to elementary education needs. Although specific teacher numbers and student-teacher ratios are not reported, Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary focuses on fostering academic growth and development in its young learners.

According to MySchoolScout ratings, the school stands at 6.4 out of 10 with a state ranking of #618 among Tennessee schools, placing it near the middle range for performance. With an academic score of 7.6/10, Skillern Elementary has shown strengths in ELA and science proficiency rates at 52% each, while math proficiency is slightly lower at 44%. These scores indicate areas where the school can continue to focus on improving educational outcomes.

Located in a large suburban area with easy access to community resources and amenities, Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary benefits from its setting in Soddy Daisy.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 170 students, Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics8.1Excellent60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.9%
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.4%
Math vs. State Avg+4.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.6 pts
Overall Proficiency48%
Expected (poverty-adj.)40%
vs. Expected+7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment1.8Significantly Below Average40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$12,002

Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary — Students at Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.9%
School
State
39.2%
ELA Proficiency 52.4%
School
State
40.8%

Based on 3 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

How Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary Compares

See how Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
35th percentile in TN
Academic
8.1/10
8.1/10
Environment
1.8/10
Below average

Location

PO BOX 39, Soddy Daisy, TN 37384

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McConnell Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Hixson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Soddy Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Hamilton County Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Sale Creek), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Soddy Daisy, see our Soddy Daisy schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Soddy Daisy High School Soddy Daisy 0.9 mi 6.9
Daisy Elementary School Soddy Daisy 1.1 mi 6.1
Sequoyah High School Soddy Daisy 1.8 mi 6.3
Soddy Daisy Middle School Soddy Daisy 2.0 mi 4.6
Ivy Academy Inc. Soddy Daisy 2.1 mi 5.0
Allen Elementary School Soddy Daisy 2.4 mi 6.5
MIDDLE VALLEY ACADEMY Hixson 3.1 mi
Middle Valley Elementary School Hixson 3.5 mi 4.6
Loftis Middle School Hixson 3.7 mi 5.9
McConnell Elementary School Hixson 3.7 mi 7.9
Soddy Elementary School Soddy Daisy 3.9 mi 7.8
Hixson High School Hixson 6.2 mi 6.6
Hixson Middle School Hixson 6.4 mi 5.8
Hixson Elementary School Hixson 7.0 mi 5.0
BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hixson 7.6 mi
Big Ridge Elementary School Hixson 7.6 mi 5.9
BEREAN ACADEMY Hixson 7.4 mi 5.1
North Hamilton County Elementary School Sale Creek 8.1 mi 7.0
Alpine Crest Elementary School Chattanooga 8.9 mi 6.5
DuPont Elementary School Chattanooga 9.4 mi 4.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Hermitage Springs Elementary School Red Boiling Springs, TN 5.5
WINCHESTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Winchester, TN 5.5
CHAPEL HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Clarksville, TN 5.7
New Middleton Elementary Gordonsville, TN 5.4
Pegram Elementary Fine Arts Magnet School Pegram, TN 5.8
THE COVENANT SCHOOL Nashville, TN 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary

What grades does Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary serve?

Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary?

Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 170 students.

How does Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary rank in TN?

Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary is ranked #1165 out of 1,785 schools in TN.

What is Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary has a composite rating of 5.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary has 43.9% math proficiency and 52.4% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary a charter school?

Yes, Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary a Title I school?

No, Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
Elevated (760/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Soddy Daisy). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
170
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hamilton County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Hamilton County
District Enrollment
45,790
Schools in District
81
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,785
District Rank
#40 of 80

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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