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#689 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 39% in state

Meigs North Elementary

Elementary School · Meigs County

22015 State Highway 58 N, Decatur, TN 37322

Enrollment

446

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#689 of 1,786

In Decatur

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Meigs County

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Meigs North Elementary

7.0/10

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

Meigs Middle School

6.2/10

3.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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6.6/10

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About Meigs North Elementary

Meigs North Elementary is a public elementary school in Decatur, TN, part of Meigs County. Meigs North Elementary serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Meigs North Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #689 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Meigs North Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Meigs North 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 Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.2% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.4 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,171
Chronic Absenteeism8.1%

Meigs North Elementary — Students at Meigs North Elementary score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 35.9% (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
41%
ELA
40%
2010
Math
41%
ELA
39%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
35.3%
ELA
38.2%
2025
Math
33.2%
ELA
40.4%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Meigs North Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
62th percentile in TN
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.1%

Location

22015 State Highway 58 N, Decatur, TN 37322

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Meigs North Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Spring City Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Spring City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rogers Creek Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Athens), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dayton City Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 15.7 miles away, in nearby Dayton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Decatur, see our Decatur schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Meigs Middle School Decatur 3.8 mi 6.2
Meigs County High School Decatur 4.3 mi 6.6
E K Baker Elementary Athens 7.4 mi 7.2
Rogers Creek Elementary Athens 9.2 mi 8.7
Spring City Elementary Spring City 10.1 mi 8.9
Spring City Middle School Spring City 10.6 mi 8.0
McMinn High School Athens 11.2 mi 5.1
Meigs South Elementary Decatur 11.6 mi 6.6
Rhea Middle School Evensville 10.3 mi 7.2
Rhea County High School Evensville 10.5 mi 6.3
Riceville Elementary Riceville 12.7 mi 7.1
CHRIST'S LEGACY ACADEMY Athens 12.6 mi 5.7
Athens City Middle School Athens 12.6 mi 6.0
Frazier Elementary Dayton 12.0 mi 5.7
Niota Elementary Niota 11.9 mi 5.7
VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Riceville 15.1 mi 5.4
FAIRVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Athens 13.6 mi 6.0
ANTIOCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Englewood 16.0 mi 5.0
Dayton City Elementary Dayton 15.7 mi 7.3
RHEA COUNTY ACADEMY Dayton 15.8 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37322 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,965

Median Home Value

$184,800

Median Rent

$821/mo

Population

8,509

College Educated

10.7%

Homeownership

71.2%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

16.8%

Median Age

45.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Meigs North Elementary

What grades does Meigs North Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Meigs North Elementary?

Meigs North Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Meigs North Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Meigs North Elementary is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Meigs North Elementary rank in TN?

Meigs North Elementary ranks #689 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Meigs North Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Meigs North 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 Meigs North Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Meigs North Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Meigs North Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Meigs North Elementary a Title I school?

No, Meigs North Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Meigs County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.1%

District

Meigs County
District Enrollment
1,786
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,171
District Rank
#1 of 4

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