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#172 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 10% in state

New Market Elementary

Elementary School · Jefferson County

1559 W Old A Johnson HWY, New Market, TN 37820

Enrollment

295

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#172 of 1,786

In district

#1 of 12

Jefferson County

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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New Market Elementary

8.5/10

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

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6.0/10

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About New Market Elementary

New Market Elementary is a public elementary school in New Market, TN, part of Jefferson County. New Market Elementary serves approximately 295 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. New Market Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #172 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for New Market Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.4
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

New Market 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 Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+10.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.7 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+10.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,648
Chronic Absenteeism19.7%

New Market Elementary — Students at New Market Elementary score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 39.2% (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

↑ Improving

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

2009
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
41.3%
ELA
37.6%
2025
Math
50%
ELA
52.5%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How New Market Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.5/10
90th percentile in TN
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

Location

1559 W Old A Johnson HWY, New Market, TN 37820

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Market Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Catlettsburg Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Sevierville), with a very similar rating. Another option is Dandridge Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Dandridge), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Piedmont Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Dandridge), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New Market, see our New Market schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Jefferson Middle School Jefferson City 4.5 mi 6.0
Jefferson Elementary Jefferson City 4.7 mi 7.2
Rush Strong Elementary Strawberry Plains 5.5 mi 6.3
Jefferson Virtual Academy Strawberry Plains 5.5 mi 6.0
Piedmont Elementary Dandridge 6.1 mi 7.9
Jefferson Co High School Dandridge 7.4 mi 5.5
Northview Junior Academy Kodak 9.5 mi 6.9
Northview Senior Academy Kodak 9.5 mi 6.7
Northview Intermediate School Kodak 9.5 mi 6.8
Northview Primary Kodak 9.5 mi 5.0
Carter High School Strawberry Plains 8.4 mi 4.6
Carter Middle School Strawberry Plains 8.4 mi 4.8
Mount Horeb Elementary School Jefferson City 8.2 mi 6.9
Joppa Elementary Rutledge 10.2 mi 7.7
Carter Elementary Knoxville 9.6 mi 5.9
East Knox Elementary Mascot 9.7 mi 6.6
Dandridge Elementary Dandridge 10.0 mi 8.1
Boyds Creek Elementary School Sevierville 11.9 mi 7.9
Catlettsburg Elementary School Sevierville 12.6 mi 8.5
Gary Hardin Academy Sevierville 12.6 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37820 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,901

Median Home Value

$193,500

Median Rent

$853/mo

Population

7,743

College Educated

16.3%

Homeownership

82%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

9%

Median Age

46.4

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Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences Lower Chattanooga, TN 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Market Elementary

What grades does New Market Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend New Market Elementary?

New Market Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 295 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Market Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at New Market Elementary is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does New Market Elementary rank in TN?

New Market Elementary ranks #172 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is New Market Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

New Market Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 New Market Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, New Market Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is New Market Elementary a charter school?

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

Is New Market Elementary a Title I school?

No, New Market Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

District

Jefferson County
District Enrollment
6,854
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,648
District Rank
#1 of 12

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