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#192 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 11% in state

Soddy Elementary School

Elementary School · Hamilton County

260 School ST, Soddy Daisy, TN 37379

Enrollment

496

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#192 of 1,786

In Soddy Daisy

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#15 of 80

Hamilton County

Equity

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Soddy Elementary School

8.4/10

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

Soddy Daisy Middle School

6.3/10

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8.0/10

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About Soddy Elementary School

Soddy Elementary School is a public elementary school in Soddy Daisy, TN, part of Hamilton County. Soddy Elementary School serves approximately 496 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Soddy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #192 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Soddy Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.2
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+10.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+17.5 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+13.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,785
Chronic Absenteeism15.9%

Soddy Elementary School — Students at Soddy Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 46.8% (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
47%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
46%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
46%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
51.7%
ELA
46.4%
2025
Math
49.3%
ELA
58.3%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Soddy Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
89th percentile in TN
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

260 School ST, Soddy Daisy, TN 37379

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Soddy Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Hamilton County Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Sale Creek), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Daisy Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 4.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Soddy Daisy, see our Soddy Daisy schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Soddy Daisy Middle School Soddy Daisy 2.0 mi 6.3
Allen Elementary School Soddy Daisy 3.8 mi 8.0
Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary Soddy Daisy 3.9 mi 8.5
Soddy Daisy High School Soddy Daisy 4.1 mi 6.1
Daisy Elementary School Soddy Daisy 4.1 mi 8.1
Sequoyah High School Soddy Daisy 4.3 mi 6.7
North Hamilton County Elementary School Sale Creek 4.3 mi 8.8
Ivy Academy Inc. Soddy Daisy 5.9 mi 7.1
McConnell Elementary School Hixson 6.6 mi 7.6
Loftis Middle School Hixson 6.7 mi 7.4
MIDDLE VALLEY ACADEMY Hixson 6.7 mi
Middle Valley Elementary School Hixson 7.1 mi 7.5
Sale Creek Middle / High School Sale Creek 7.1 mi 8.2
Hixson High School Hixson 10.1 mi 5.7
Snow Hill Elementary School Ooltewah 9.6 mi 6.8
Hixson Middle School Hixson 10.2 mi 7.5
Hixson Elementary School Hixson 10.9 mi 7.6
Big Ridge Elementary School Hixson 11.4 mi 7.2
BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hixson 11.4 mi
BEREAN ACADEMY Hixson 11.3 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37379 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,525

Median Home Value

$277,600

Median Rent

$988/mo

Population

29,002

College Educated

26%

Homeownership

80.1%

Avg Commute

28.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

45.3

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Lakeside Park Elementary Hendersonville, TN 8.4
Lincoln Heights Elementary Morristown, TN 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Soddy Elementary School

What grades does Soddy Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Soddy Elementary School?

Soddy Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 496 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Soddy Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Soddy Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Soddy Elementary School rank in TN?

Soddy Elementary School ranks #192 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Soddy Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Soddy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Soddy Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Soddy Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Soddy Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Soddy Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Soddy Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.9%

District

Hamilton County
District Enrollment
45,790
Schools in District
81
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,785
District Rank
#15 of 80

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