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#316 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 18% in state

J E Woody Elementary

Elementary School · Maury County

600 North Locust ST, Mt. Pleasant, TN 38474

Enrollment

576

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#316 of 1,786

In Mt. Pleasant

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#5 of 23

Maury County

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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J E Woody Elementary

8.0/10

Elementary School in Mt. Pleasant · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mt Pleasant High School

6.5/10

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5.8/10

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About J E Woody Elementary

J E Woody Elementary is a public elementary school in Mt. Pleasant, TN, part of Maury County. J E Woody Elementary serves approximately 576 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio.

J E Woody Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #316 of 1,786 schools in TN. Structured state assessment records for J E Woody Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.1
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+4.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.7 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,129
Chronic Absenteeism12%

J E Woody Elementary — Students at J E Woody Elementary score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 39.0% (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
35%
ELA
41%
2010
Math
41%
ELA
49%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
36.7%
ELA
39.4%
2025
Math
43.3%
ELA
51.5%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How J E Woody Elementary Compares

See how J E Woody Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
82th percentile in TN
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
6.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

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

600 North Locust ST, Mt. Pleasant, TN 38474

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering J E Woody Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. J. R. Baker Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Columbia), with a very similar rating. Another option is Summertown Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Summertown), with a comparable rating. Additionally, J E Woodard Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Columbia), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mt. Pleasant, see our Mt. Pleasant schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Mt Pleasant High School Mt. Pleasant 0.2 mi 6.5
Mt. Pleasant Middle Visual Perform. Arts Mt. Pleasant 0.3 mi 5.8
ZION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbia 4.9 mi 4.9
Hampshire Unit School Hampshire 6.0 mi 7.6
J E Woodard Elementary Columbia 6.7 mi 7.3
WHITE STONE ACADEMY Columbia 7.7 mi 4.6
THE FARM SCHOOL Summertown 8.3 mi 6.3
Whitthorne Middle School Columbia 8.6 mi 3.7
Columbia Central High School Columbia 8.6 mi 2.9
J. R. Baker Elementary Columbia 8.8 mi 8.2
HOPEWELL CHRISTIAN COVENANT FAMILY SCHOOL Culleoka 8.5 mi 7.2
Summertown High School Summertown 9.6 mi 6.0
Summertown Elementary Summertown 9.9 mi 7.4
COLUMBIA ACADEMY Columbia 9.6 mi 4.2
J. Brown Elementary Columbia 9.4 mi 7.1
THE KINGS DAUGHTERS SCHOOL-CFA CAMPUS Columbia 9.9 mi
Highland Park Elementary Columbia 10.1 mi 7.2
THE KINGS DAUGHTERS SCHOOL Columbia 10.4 mi 6.0
Northfield Academy Columbia 10.8 mi 2.6
Virtual Academy of Maury County Columbia 10.8 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38474 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,711

Median Home Value

$228,200

Median Rent

$793/mo

Population

9,336

College Educated

12.3%

Homeownership

74.7%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

13.9%

Median Age

36.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about J E Woody Elementary

What grades does J E Woody Elementary serve?

J E Woody Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend J E Woody Elementary?

J E Woody Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 576 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at J E Woody Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at J E Woody 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 J E Woody Elementary rank in TN?

J E Woody Elementary ranks #316 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is J E Woody Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

J E Woody Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 J E Woody Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, J E Woody Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is J E Woody Elementary a charter school?

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

Is J E Woody Elementary a Title I school?

No, J E Woody Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Maury County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

District

Maury County
District Enrollment
13,084
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,129
District Rank
#5 of 23

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