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Manley Elementary

Elementary School · Hamblen County

551 West Economy RD, Morristown, TN 37814

Enrollment

618

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,368 of 1,786

In Morristown

#11 of 15

public schools

In district

#14 of 18

Hamblen County

Equity

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Manley Elementary

5.1/10

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

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About Manley Elementary

Manley Elementary is a public elementary school in Morristown, TN, part of Hamblen County. Manley Elementary serves approximately 618 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Manley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,368 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Manley Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+5.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.5 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+3.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,596
Chronic Absenteeism18%

Manley Elementary — Students at Manley Elementary score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 46.9% (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

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
61%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
41.9%
ELA
35.6%
2025
Math
44.9%
ELA
42.3%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How Manley Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.1/10
24th percentile in TN
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.0%

Location

551 West Economy RD, Morristown, TN 37814

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Manley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Heights Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alpha Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Witt Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 4.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Morristown, see our Morristown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ALL SAINTS' EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Morristown 1.9 mi 7.0
LAKEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Morristown 1.8 mi 3.1
West Elementary Morristown 2.1 mi 7.4
West View Middle School Morristown 2.6 mi 7.0
Morristown West High Morristown 2.3 mi 5.1
MORRISTOWN COVENANT ACADEMY Morristown 2.5 mi 6.9
Lincoln Heights Middle School Morristown 2.9 mi 6.9
Morristown East High Morristown 2.9 mi 5.7
Lincoln Heights Elementary Morristown 2.9 mi 8.4
Fairview Marguerite Morristown 3.2 mi 6.8
Alpha Elementary Morristown 3.5 mi 8.2
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Morristown 3.4 mi 4.9
Hillcrest Elementary Morristown 3.4 mi 6.2
Meadowview Middle School Morristown 3.8 mi 4.9
Witt Elementary Morristown 4.9 mi 7.9
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - LCS Morristown 5.3 mi 5.3
John Hay Elementary Morristown 4.9 mi 5.0
Hamblen County Alternative School Morristown 5.1 mi 4.3
LAKEWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY-LAKEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL White Pine 6.6 mi 5.2
Union Heights Elementary Morristown 5.6 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37814 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,083

Median Home Value

$192,200

Median Rent

$859/mo

Population

34,842

College Educated

21.6%

Homeownership

64.2%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

18.1%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Manley Elementary

What grades does Manley Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Manley Elementary?

Manley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 618 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Manley Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Manley Elementary is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Manley Elementary rank in TN?

Manley Elementary ranks #1,368 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Manley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Manley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Manley Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Manley Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Manley Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Manley Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Hamblen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.0%

District

Hamblen County
District Enrollment
10,287
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,596
District Rank
#14 of 18

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