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#567 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 32% in state

Scotts Hill Elementary

Elementary School · Henderson County

1 Highway 114 South ST, Scotts Hill, TN 38374

Enrollment

424

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#567 of 1,786

In district

#1 of 9

Henderson County

Academic performance

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Scotts Hill Elementary

7.3/10

Elementary School in Scotts Hill · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Scotts Hill Elementary

Scotts Hill Elementary is a public elementary school in Scotts Hill, TN, part of Henderson County. Scotts Hill Elementary serves approximately 424 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Scotts Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #567 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Scotts Hill Elementary show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.5
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Scotts Hill 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 Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+16.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+9.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,487
Chronic Absenteeism14.9%

Scotts Hill Elementary — Students at Scotts Hill Elementary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 57.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 49.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 32 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
33%
ELA
48%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
49.5%
ELA
44.9%
2025
Math
56%
ELA
36.8%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Scotts Hill Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
68th percentile in TN
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
5.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.9%

Location

1 Highway 114 South ST, Scotts Hill, TN 38374

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Scotts Hill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Decaturville Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Decaturville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jacks Creek Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Jacks Creek), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Parsons Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Parsons), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Scotts Hill, see our Scotts Hill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.6 mi
School Distance Rating
SOULS HARBOR LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Scotts Hill 1.1 mi
Scotts Hill High School Reagan 2.6 mi 5.7
South Side Elementary Reagan 4.4 mi 5.8
Pin Oak Elementary Lexington 8.6 mi 5.8
Decaturville Elementary Decaturville 7.8 mi 9.5
GOOD NEWS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lexington 8.9 mi
Riverside High School Decaturville 8.8 mi 7.8
Decatur County Middle School Parsons 9.6 mi 8.5
Parsons Elementary Parsons 11.2 mi 7.8
Lexington Middle School Lexington 12.2 mi 6.9
Paul G. Caywood Elementary Lexington 12.6 mi 7.2
Lexington High School Lexington 12.9 mi 5.6
ESTHER'S MONTESSORI CENTER Lexington 12.8 mi
South Haven Elementary Lexington 12.8 mi 6.3
SAVANNAH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Savannah 16.2 mi 5.2
Jacks Creek Elementary Jacks Creek 15.8 mi 8.7
Frank Hughes School Clifton 16.8 mi 6.6
West Hardin Elementary Adamsville 19.2 mi 7.8
Northside Elementary Savannah 20.4 mi 6.9
Beaver Elementary Wildersville 19.6 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38374 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$38,591

Median Home Value

$148,400

Median Rent

$660/mo

Population

1,948

College Educated

12.4%

Homeownership

69.7%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

35.5%

Median Age

45.6

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Eastside Elementary Rock Island, TN 7.3
Englewood Elementary Englewood, TN 7.3
Fairmount Elementary Bristol, TN 7.3
George A Whitten Elementary Hendersonville, TN 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Scotts Hill Elementary

What grades does Scotts Hill Elementary serve?

Scotts Hill Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Scotts Hill Elementary?

Scotts Hill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 424 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Scotts Hill Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Scotts Hill Elementary is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Scotts Hill Elementary rank in TN?

Scotts Hill Elementary ranks #567 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Scotts Hill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Scotts Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Scotts Hill Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Scotts Hill Elementary has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Scotts Hill Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Scotts Hill Elementary a Title I school?

No, Scotts Hill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
424
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Henderson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.9%

District

Henderson County
District Enrollment
4,045
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,487
District Rank
#1 of 9

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