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Mc Ewen Elementary

Elementary School · Humphreys County

220 Swift Street East, Mc Ewen, TN 37101

Enrollment

440

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,343 of 1,786

In district

#5 of 6

Humphreys County

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Mc Ewen Elementary

5.2/10

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

Mc Ewen High School

6.0/10

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About Mc Ewen Elementary

Mc Ewen Elementary is a public elementary school in Mc Ewen, TN, part of Humphreys County. Mc Ewen Elementary serves approximately 440 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mc Ewen Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,343 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Mc Ewen Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Mc Ewen Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-4.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.8 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-8.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,856
Chronic Absenteeism19.3%

Mc Ewen Elementary — Students at Mc Ewen Elementary score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 43.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 31 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
39%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
51%
ELA
50%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
22.1%
ELA
34.5%
2025
Math
34.3%
ELA
31%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How Mc Ewen Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
25th percentile in TN
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.3%

Location

220 Swift Street East, Mc Ewen, TN 37101

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mc Ewen Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Centennial Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Dickson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Waverly Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Waverly), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dickson Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Dickson), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mc Ewen, see our Mc Ewen schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Mc Ewen High School Mcewen 0.1 mi 6.0
ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mc Ewen 0.6 mi 7.2
Waverly Elementary Waverly 8.4 mi 7.6
Waverly Jr High School Waverly 8.4 mi 3.4
Houston County Virtual Academy Erin 13.9 mi
Erin Elementary Erin 14.0 mi 5.1
Centennial Elementary Dickson 12.1 mi 7.9
Houston Co Middle School Erin 14.7 mi 3.6
Vanleer Elementary Vanleer 13.2 mi 6.8
Waverly Central High School Waverly 12.6 mi 5.5
Dickson Elementary Dickson 13.4 mi 7.4
Houston Co High School Erin 16.5 mi 4.1
Tennessee Ridge Elementary Tenn Ridge 15.9 mi 6.3
Dickson County High School Dickson 13.9 mi 4.9
Special Services Dickson 14.2 mi 3.6
Dickson Middle School Dickson 14.2 mi 5.6
The Discovery School Dickson 14.9 mi 7.1
Oakmont Elementary Dickson 15.1 mi 7.4
UNITED CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dickson 15.6 mi 5.7
New Directions Academy Charlotte 16.7 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,669

Median Home Value

$208,700

Median Rent

$775/mo

Population

6,888

College Educated

16.9%

Homeownership

83.9%

Avg Commute

39.4 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

42.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mc Ewen Elementary

What grades does Mc Ewen Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Mc Ewen Elementary?

Mc Ewen Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 440 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mc Ewen Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Mc Ewen Elementary is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mc Ewen Elementary rank in TN?

Mc Ewen Elementary ranks #1,343 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Mc Ewen Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Mc Ewen Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Mc Ewen Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mc Ewen Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mc Ewen Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Mc Ewen Elementary a Title I school?

No, Mc Ewen Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Humphreys County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.3%

District

Humphreys County
District Enrollment
2,624
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,856
District Rank
#5 of 6

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