Northwest Elementary

Northwest Elementary is a regular public school located in Newport, Tennessee, in the rural setting of Cocke County. The school serves students from preschool through eighth grade and has an enrollment of 378 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.5:1. Teachers at Northwest Elementary work closely with each other to provide a supportive learning environment.

Northwest Elementary's academic performance, as measured by the MySchoolScout rating system, is currently rated at 3.0 out of 10 and ranks 1565th among 1796 schools in Tennessee, placing it around the 13th percentile statewide. The school’s proficiency rates for ELA/Reading, Math, Science, and Social Studies are below average, with only 12-16% of students reaching proficiency levels across these subjects. While Northwest Elementary may be focusing on areas where academic growth is needed, the school continues to strive for improvement and offers a small-town feel that fosters close-knit community relationships among teachers, parents, and students.

The setting near rural Newport provides a tranquil backdrop for learning, with opportunities for outdoor education and community engagement in the local area.

While current test scores at Northwest Elementary are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Northwest Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.