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Very Good

#637 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 36% in state

New Union Elementary

Elementary School · Coffee County

3320 Woodbury Hw, Manchester, TN 37355

Enrollment

298

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#637 of 1,786

In Manchester

#5 of 11

public schools

In district

#5 of 10

Coffee County

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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New Union Elementary

7.1/10

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

Coffee County Middle School

6.3/10

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5.2/10

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About New Union Elementary

New Union Elementary is a public elementary school in Manchester, TN, part of Coffee County. New Union Elementary serves approximately 298 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. New Union Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #637 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for New Union Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.8
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

New Union 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 Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.2% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.6 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,597
Chronic Absenteeism15.8%

New Union Elementary — Students at New Union Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 50.6% (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
40%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
28.6%
ELA
42%
2025
Math
38.2%
ELA
42.4%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How New Union Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
64th percentile in TN
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.8%

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

3320 Woodbury Hw, Manchester, TN 37355

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Union Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Coffee Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 4.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Coffee Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hickerson Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Tullahoma), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Manchester, see our Manchester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Coffee County Middle School Manchester 0.3 mi 6.3
Coffee County Virtual Academy Manchester 2.7 mi 5.2
TEMPLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Manchester 3.0 mi 6.3
Coffee County Raider Academy Manchester 3.2 mi 4.7
College Street Elementary Manchester 3.8 mi 7.4
Westwood Middle School Manchester 4.4 mi 6.9
Westwood Elementary Manchester 4.4 mi 7.9
East Coffee Elementary Manchester 4.4 mi 8.2
Deerfield Elementary School Manchester 5.8 mi 6.9
North Coffee Elementary Manchester 4.9 mi 8.6
Coffee County Central High School Manchester 6.1 mi 5.4
Hickerson Elementary Tullahoma 9.7 mi 8.1
Hillsboro Elementary Hillsboro 10.5 mi 7.6
Cannon South Elementary School Bradyville 12.3 mi 4.8
Morrison Elementary Morrison 10.7 mi 7.5
East Middle School Tullahoma 13.0 mi 6.3
Robert E Lee Elementary Tullahoma 13.1 mi 6.8
East Lincoln Elementary Tullahoma 13.4 mi 6.8
Tullahoma High School Tullahoma 13.8 mi 4.5
Tullahoma Virtual Academy Tullahoma 14.2 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37355 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,943

Median Home Value

$238,000

Median Rent

$908/mo

Population

29,810

College Educated

22%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

13.6%

Median Age

38.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Union Elementary

What grades does New Union Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend New Union Elementary?

New Union Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 298 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at New Union Elementary is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does New Union Elementary rank in TN?

New Union Elementary ranks #637 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is New Union Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

New Union Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Union Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, New Union Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is New Union Elementary a charter school?

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

Is New Union Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Coffee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.8%

District

Coffee County
District Enrollment
4,376
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,597
District Rank
#5 of 10

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