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Very Good

#395 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 22% in state

Midtown Elementary

Elementary School · Roane County

2830 Roane State HWY, Harriman, TN 37748

Enrollment

262

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#395 of 1,786

In Harriman

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 18

Roane County

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Midtown Elementary

7.8/10

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

Midtown Educational Center

5.1/10

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Roane County Virtual Academy

5.2/10

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About Midtown Elementary

Midtown Elementary is a public elementary school in Harriman, TN, part of Roane County. Midtown Elementary serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Midtown Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #395 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Midtown Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.7
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Midtown 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 Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+3.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.3 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+1.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,003
Chronic Absenteeism19.1%

Midtown Elementary — Students at Midtown Elementary score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 41.9% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
31.9%
ELA
35%
2025
Math
43%
ELA
32.5%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Midtown Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.8/10
78th percentile in TN
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

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

2830 Roane State HWY, Harriman, TN 37748

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Midtown Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ridge View Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Rockwood), with a very similar rating. Another option is Bowers Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Midway Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Kingston), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Harriman, see our Harriman schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Midtown Educational Center Harriman 0.8 mi 5.1
Roane County Virtual Academy Harriman 0.8 mi 5.2
Bowers Elementary Harriman 2.5 mi 7.7
Roane County High School Kingston 2.6 mi 5.6
CALVARY BAPTIST SCHOOL Kingston 3.1 mi 5.5
SAILAWAY LEARNING & ACADEMY Kingston 3.3 mi 2.9
Harriman High School Harriman 4.2 mi 4.2
Harriman Middle School Harriman 4.2 mi 6.4
Cherokee Middle School Kingston 3.7 mi 6.7
Kingston Elementary Kingston 4.7 mi 7.0
Midway Elementary Kingston 7.0 mi 7.2
Oakdale School Oakdale 7.1 mi 6.4
Midway Middle School Ten Mile 7.1 mi 8.2
Midway High School Kingston 7.2 mi 8.0
NEW SYSTEM SCHOOL INC. Rockwood 6.3 mi 6.8
Rockwood Middle School Rockwood 6.9 mi 6.3
Rockwood High School Rockwood 6.9 mi 4.3
Ridge View Elementary Rockwood 7.1 mi 7.8
Pine View Elementary Rockwood 11.2 mi 5.2
Coalfield School Coalfield 13.0 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37748 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,649

Median Home Value

$173,600

Median Rent

$760/mo

Population

17,021

College Educated

20.2%

Homeownership

74.6%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

15.5%

Median Age

47.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Midtown Elementary

What grades does Midtown Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Midtown Elementary?

Midtown Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Midtown Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Midtown Elementary is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Midtown Elementary rank in TN?

Midtown Elementary ranks #395 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Midtown Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Midtown Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Midtown Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Midtown Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Midtown Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Midtown Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Roane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

District

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

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