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#178 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 10% in state

Northeast Elementary

Elementary School · Putnam County

575 N Old Kentucky RD, Cookeville, TN 38501

Enrollment

453

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#178 of 1,786

In Cookeville

#5 of 13

public schools

In district

#7 of 20

Putnam County

Academic performance

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Northeast Elementary

8.5/10

Elementary School in Cookeville · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Northeast Elementary

Northeast Elementary is a public elementary school in Cookeville, TN, part of Putnam County. Northeast Elementary serves approximately 453 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Northeast Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #178 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Northeast Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.1
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+20.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.6 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+19.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,619
Chronic Absenteeism9.7%

Northeast Elementary — Students at Northeast Elementary score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 42.0% (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
52%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
42.1%
ELA
37.3%
2025
Math
59.3%
ELA
51.4%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Northeast Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.5/10
90th percentile in TN
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.7%

Location

575 N Old Kentucky RD, Cookeville, TN 38501

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northeast Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dodson Branch Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 10.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Prescott South Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Algood Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Algood), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cookeville, see our Cookeville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Algood Middle School Cookeville 0.9 mi 7.9
Algood Elementary Algood 0.9 mi 8.8
Avery Trace Middle School Cookeville 1.0 mi 7.2
Putnam County VITAL Cookeville 1.3 mi 4.3
Cookeville High School Cookeville 1.8 mi 6.1
Capshaw Elementary Cookeville 1.7 mi 8.6
HIGHLAND RIM ACADEMY Cookeville 1.8 mi 5.5
Putnam Co Adult High School Cookeville 2.3 mi
White Plains Academy Algood 2.3 mi 4.4
Jere Whitson Elementary Cookeville 2.3 mi 7.9
T T U Child Development Lab Cookeville 2.3 mi
ALGOOD CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY Cookeville 2.8 mi
Park View Elementary Cookeville 2.8 mi 8.5
HEAVENLY HOST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cookeville 3.5 mi 5.0
Cane Creek Elementary Cookeville 3.5 mi 8.5
Sycamore Elementary Cookeville 3.6 mi 6.4
Prescott South Elementary Cookeville 4.7 mi 9.0
Prescott South Middle School Cookeville 4.8 mi 7.9
Rickman Elementary Rickman 8.3 mi 8.0
Dodson Branch Elementary Cookeville 10.1 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,923

Median Home Value

$245,100

Median Rent

$856/mo

Population

42,422

College Educated

30.8%

Homeownership

49.4%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

20%

Median Age

31.5

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Cane Creek Elementary Cookeville, TN 8.5
Catlettsburg Elementary School Sevierville, TN 8.5
Cornerstone Elementary Baxter, TN 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northeast Elementary

What grades does Northeast Elementary serve?

Northeast Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Northeast Elementary?

Northeast Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 453 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northeast Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Northeast Elementary is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Northeast Elementary rank in TN?

Northeast Elementary ranks #178 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Northeast Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Northeast 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 Northeast Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Northeast Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Northeast Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Northeast Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Putnam County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.7%

District

Putnam County
District Enrollment
11,762
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,619
District Rank
#7 of 20

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