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Very Good

#549 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 31% in state

Martin Elementary

Elementary School · Weakley County

300 South College ST, Martin, TN 38237

Enrollment

340

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

7.4

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#549 of 1,786

In Martin

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#5 of 10

Weakley County

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Martin Elementary

7.4/10

Elementary School in Martin · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Martin Primary

6.7/10

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5.5/10

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About Martin Elementary

Martin Elementary is a public elementary school in Martin, TN, part of Weakley County. Martin Elementary serves approximately 340 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Martin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #549 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Martin Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.8% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+9.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.6 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+18.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,298
Chronic Absenteeism10%

Martin Elementary — Students at Martin Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 52.7% (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
59%
ELA
55%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
48.3%
ELA
51.7%
2025
Math
48.8%
ELA
51.4%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Martin Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.4/10
69th percentile in TN
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

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

300 South College ST, Martin, TN 38237

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Martin Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dresden Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Dresden), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ridgemont Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Union City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Union City Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Union City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Martin, see our Martin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Martin Primary Martin 0.1 mi 6.7
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Martin 1.8 mi 5.5
Martin Middle School Martin 2.1 mi 6.0
Westview High School Martin 2.6 mi 5.9
Sharon School Sharon 7.2 mi 6.2
South Fulton Elementary South Fulton 10.3 mi 8.3
Dresden Elementary Dresden 8.8 mi 9.1
Dresden Middle School Dresden 8.8 mi 8.1
South Fulton Middle / High School South Fulton 11.2 mi 8.4
Fulton Independent School Fulton 12.1 mi 7.7
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gleason 11.0 mi
Dresden High School Dresden 10.8 mi 6.9
Greenfield School Greenfield 13.1 mi 8.5
Union City Elementary School Union City 12.2 mi 8.6
Union City High School Union City 12.4 mi 7.2
Union City Middle School Union City 12.5 mi 8.3
Kenton Elementary School Kenton 13.9 mi 5.2
Ridgemont Elementary Union City 12.7 mi 8.7
Rutherford Elementary Rutherford 16.6 mi 6.7
Gleason School Gleason 15.4 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38237 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,301

Median Home Value

$194,100

Median Rent

$808/mo

Population

15,273

College Educated

28.2%

Homeownership

55%

Avg Commute

15.2 min

Poverty Rate

22.3%

Median Age

31

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Camden Elementary Camden, TN 7.4
Centerview Elementary Newport, TN 7.4
Charleston Elementary School Charleston, TN 7.4
Claxton Elementary Powell, TN 7.4
D.P. Yates Primary Cleveland, TN 7.4
Dickson Elementary Dickson, TN 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Martin Elementary

What grades does Martin Elementary serve?

Martin Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Martin Elementary?

Martin Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 340 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Martin Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Martin Elementary is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Martin Elementary rank in TN?

Martin Elementary ranks #549 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Martin Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Martin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Martin Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Martin Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Martin Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Martin Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Weakley County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

District

Weakley County
District Enrollment
3,932
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,298
District Rank
#5 of 10

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