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#298 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 17% in state

Russellville Elementary

Elementary School · Hamblen County

5655 Old Russellville PIKE, Russellville, TN 37860

Enrollment

648

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#298 of 1,786

In district

#3 of 18

Hamblen County

Academic performance

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Russellville Elementary

8.0/10

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

East Ridge Middle School

7.1/10

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4.3/10

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About Russellville Elementary

Russellville Elementary is a public elementary school in Russellville, TN, part of Hamblen County. Russellville Elementary serves approximately 648 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Russellville Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #298 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Russellville Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.0
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53.1% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.2% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+13.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.4 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+12.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,596
Chronic Absenteeism15%

Russellville Elementary — Students at Russellville Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 49.1% (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
42%
ELA
46%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
49%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
46%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
46%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
46.9%
ELA
46.9%
2025
Math
53.1%
ELA
51.2%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Russellville Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.0/10
83th percentile in TN
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
5.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

Location

5655 Old Russellville PIKE, Russellville, TN 37860

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Russellville Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Heights Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Morristown), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Witt Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Morristown), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mooresburg Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Mooresburg), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Russellville, see our Russellville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.6 mi
School Distance Rating
East Ridge Middle School Whitesburg 1.4 mi 7.1
Hamblen County Alternative School Morristown 3.2 mi 4.3
John Hay Elementary Morristown 3.2 mi 5.0
Whitesburg Elementary Whitesburg 3.8 mi 7.2
Meadowview Middle School Morristown 4.4 mi 4.9
Union Heights Elementary Morristown 5.5 mi 7.3
Hillcrest Elementary Morristown 4.9 mi 6.2
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Morristown 4.8 mi 4.9
Fairview Marguerite Morristown 5.1 mi 6.8
Morristown East High Morristown 5.4 mi 5.7
Mooresburg Elementary Mooresburg 6.6 mi 7.4
Lincoln Heights Elementary Morristown 5.8 mi 8.4
Lincoln Heights Middle School Morristown 5.9 mi 6.9
MORRISTOWN COVENANT ACADEMY Morristown 6.0 mi 6.9
West Elementary Morristown 6.0 mi 7.4
Morristown West High Morristown 6.4 mi 5.1
Witt Elementary Morristown 7.7 mi 7.9
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - LCS Morristown 7.8 mi 5.3
Bulls Gap School Bulls Gap 6.7 mi 3.0
McDonald Elementary Mohawk 7.6 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37860 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,904

Median Home Value

$182,300

Median Rent

$709/mo

Population

3,739

College Educated

15.4%

Homeownership

80.1%

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

47.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Russellville Elementary

What grades does Russellville Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Russellville Elementary?

Russellville Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 648 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Russellville Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Russellville Elementary is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Russellville Elementary rank in TN?

Russellville Elementary ranks #298 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Russellville Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Russellville Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Russellville Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Russellville Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Russellville Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Russellville Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
648
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Hamblen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

District

Hamblen County
District Enrollment
10,287
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,596
District Rank
#3 of 18

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