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Sharps Chapel Elementary

Elementary School · Union County

1550 Sharps Chapel RD, Sharps Chapel, TN 37866

Enrollment

124

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#979 of 1,786

In district

#4 of 9

Union County

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Sharps Chapel Elementary

6.3/10

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

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About Sharps Chapel Elementary

Sharps Chapel Elementary is a public elementary school in Sharps Chapel, TN, part of Union County. Sharps Chapel Elementary serves approximately 124 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sharps Chapel Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #979 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Sharps Chapel Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 124 students, Sharps Chapel Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Sharps Chapel 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 Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.1% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-7.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,219
Chronic Absenteeism15.3%

Sharps Chapel Elementary — Students at Sharps Chapel Elementary score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 36.4% (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
44.5%
ELA
34.5%
2010
Math
44.5%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
34.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
34.5%
ELA
24.5%
2022
Math
36.8%
ELA
22.2%
2025
Math
32.1%
ELA
35.8%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Sharps Chapel Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
45th percentile in TN
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
11 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.3%

Location

1550 Sharps Chapel RD, Sharps Chapel, TN 37866

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sharps Chapel Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Corryton Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Corryton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Joppa Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Rutledge), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Maynardville Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Maynardville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sharps Chapel, see our Sharps Chapel schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Elementary Middle Alternative Maynardville 6.8 mi
Maynardville Elementary Maynardville 6.8 mi 7.1
H Maynard Middle School Maynardville 6.9 mi 5.4
Union County Alternative Center Maynardville 7.4 mi
Union County High School Maynardville 7.6 mi 5.4
Midway Elementary New Tazewell 9.0 mi 5.9
Luttrell Elementary Luttrell 10.1 mi 6.1
Big Ridge Elementary Maynardville 9.5 mi 6.8
Powell Valley Elementary Speedwell 10.8 mi 5.6
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Tazewell 10.7 mi 6.5
Paulette Elementary School Maynardville 12.1 mi 6.9
NEW BEGINNING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cumberland Gap 13.4 mi
Corryton Elementary Corryton 13.9 mi 7.8
Joppa Elementary Rutledge 12.4 mi 7.7
Washburn School Washburn 12.0 mi 7.8
Gibbs High School Corryton 15.3 mi 5.2
Gibbs Elementary Corryton 15.4 mi 6.5
Cumberland Gap High School Cumberland Gap 14.8 mi 5.7
Gibbs Middle School Knoxville 15.5 mi 6.4
Tazewell-New Tazewell Elementary New Tazewell 13.4 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37866 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,978

Median Home Value

$278,300

Median Rent

$544/mo

Population

2,219

College Educated

16.8%

Homeownership

91.6%

Avg Commute

44.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

45.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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OOLTEWAH ADVENTIST SCHOOL Ooltewah, TN 6.3
Forge Ridge School Harrogate, TN 6.2
NATURES WAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville, TN 6.2
BELVOIR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chattanooga, TN 6.4
Friendship Elementary Friendship, TN 6.4
White Oak Elementary Duff, TN 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sharps Chapel Elementary

What grades does Sharps Chapel Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Sharps Chapel Elementary?

Sharps Chapel Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 124 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sharps Chapel Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sharps Chapel Elementary is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sharps Chapel Elementary rank in TN?

Sharps Chapel Elementary ranks #979 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Sharps Chapel Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sharps Chapel Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Sharps Chapel Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sharps Chapel Elementary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Sharps Chapel Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Sharps Chapel Elementary a Title I school?

No, Sharps Chapel Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
6 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Union County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.3%

District

Union County
District Enrollment
5,704
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,219
District Rank
#4 of 9

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