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Very Good

#695 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 39% in state

Kingston Elementary

Elementary School · Roane County

2000 Kingston HWY, Kingston, TN 37763

Enrollment

806

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#695 of 1,786

In Kingston

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#9 of 18

Roane County

Academic performance

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Kingston Elementary

7.0/10

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

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6.7/10

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About Kingston Elementary

Kingston Elementary is a public elementary school in Kingston, TN, part of Roane County. Kingston Elementary serves approximately 806 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Kingston Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #695 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Kingston Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.7
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53.6% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+14.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.5 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+15.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,003
Chronic Absenteeism14.4%

Kingston Elementary — Students at Kingston Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 47.2% (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
53%
ELA
55%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
58%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
42.2%
2025
Math
53.6%
ELA
50.3%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Kingston Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
61th percentile in TN
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
6.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.4%

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

2000 Kingston HWY, Kingston, TN 37763

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kingston Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eaton Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Lenoir City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Midtown Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Harriman), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bowers Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Harriman), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kingston, see our Kingston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Cherokee Middle School Kingston 1.0 mi 6.7
SAILAWAY LEARNING & ACADEMY Kingston 1.8 mi 2.9
CALVARY BAPTIST SCHOOL Kingston 1.9 mi 5.5
Roane County High School Kingston 2.2 mi 5.6
Midtown Elementary Harriman 4.7 mi 7.8
Midtown Educational Center Harriman 5.2 mi 5.1
Roane County Virtual Academy Harriman 5.2 mi 5.2
Bowers Elementary Harriman 5.7 mi 7.7
Harriman Middle School Harriman 6.2 mi 6.4
Harriman High School Harriman 6.3 mi 4.2
Midway Elementary Kingston 6.6 mi 7.2
Midway High School Kingston 6.9 mi 8.0
Midway Middle School Ten Mile 7.0 mi 8.2
Oakdale School Oakdale 9.9 mi 6.4
MOUNT PISGAH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oliver Springs 11.2 mi 6.7
Coalfield School Coalfield 12.0 mi 6.9
Loudon High School Loudon 12.0 mi 6.8
Ft Loudoun Middle School Loudon 12.1 mi 5.9
NEW SYSTEM SCHOOL INC. Rockwood 10.9 mi 6.8
Eaton Elementary Lenoir City 11.0 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37763 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,039

Median Home Value

$234,000

Median Rent

$811/mo

Population

16,394

College Educated

24.4%

Homeownership

83.1%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

49.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kingston Elementary

What grades does Kingston Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Kingston Elementary?

Kingston Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 806 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kingston Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Kingston Elementary is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kingston Elementary rank in TN?

Kingston Elementary ranks #695 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Kingston Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Kingston Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Kingston Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kingston Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Kingston Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Kingston Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
806
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Roane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.4%

District

Roane County
District Enrollment
6,318
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,003
District Rank
#9 of 18

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