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#530 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 30% in state

Mooresburg Elementary

Elementary School · Hawkins County

305 Hwy 31, Mooresburg, TN 37811

Enrollment

205

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#530 of 1,786

In district

#3 of 17

Hawkins County

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Mooresburg Elementary

7.4/10

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

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7.1/10

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8.0/10

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About Mooresburg Elementary

Mooresburg Elementary is a public elementary school in Mooresburg, TN, part of Hawkins County. Mooresburg Elementary serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mooresburg Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #530 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Mooresburg Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.4
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Mooresburg 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 Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.59 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.4% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-8.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.5 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,084
Chronic Absenteeism20%

Mooresburg Elementary — Students at Mooresburg Elementary score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 32.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 32.4% (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
27%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
31.7%
ELA
36.8%
2025
Math
30.4%
ELA
33.3%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Mooresburg Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.4/10
70th percentile in TN
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

Location

305 Hwy 31, Mooresburg, TN 37811

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mooresburg Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Heights Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Morristown), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Russellville Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Russellville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, St Clair Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Bulls Gap), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mooresburg, see our Mooresburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.9 mi
School Distance Rating
East Ridge Middle School Whitesburg 6.1 mi 7.1
Russellville Elementary Russellville 6.6 mi 8.0
Whitesburg Elementary Whitesburg 7.2 mi 7.2
John Hay Elementary Morristown 8.1 mi 5.0
Hamblen County Alternative School Morristown 8.5 mi 4.3
Bean Station Elementary Bean Station 6.9 mi 6.8
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Morristown 8.4 mi 4.9
Fairview Marguerite Morristown 8.4 mi 6.8
Meadowview Middle School Morristown 8.6 mi 4.9
St Clair Elementary Bulls Gap 7.7 mi 7.6
Hillcrest Elementary Morristown 9.5 mi 6.2
Morristown East High Morristown 9.8 mi 5.7
West Elementary Morristown 9.6 mi 7.4
MORRISTOWN COVENANT ACADEMY Morristown 10.3 mi 6.9
Lincoln Heights Elementary Morristown 10.5 mi 8.4
Lincoln Heights Middle School Morristown 10.6 mi 6.9
Morristown West High Morristown 10.9 mi 5.1
Union Heights Elementary Morristown 11.5 mi 7.3
Bulls Gap School Bulls Gap 9.9 mi 3.0
Clinch School Sneedville 10.9 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37811 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$44,880

Median Home Value

$152,300

Median Rent

$711/mo

Population

4,156

College Educated

15.5%

Homeownership

85.4%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

14.8%

Median Age

45.4

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Central Elementary Johnson City, TN 7.5
Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus Memphis, TN 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mooresburg Elementary

What grades does Mooresburg Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Mooresburg Elementary?

Mooresburg Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mooresburg Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Mooresburg Elementary is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mooresburg Elementary rank in TN?

Mooresburg Elementary ranks #530 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Mooresburg Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Mooresburg 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 Mooresburg Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mooresburg Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mooresburg Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Mooresburg Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Hawkins County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

District

Hawkins County
District Enrollment
6,223
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,084
District Rank
#3 of 17

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