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South Pittsburg Elementary

Elementary School · Marion County

310 Elm AVE, South Pittsburg, TN 37380

Enrollment

531

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,419 of 1,786

In South Pittsburg

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#6 of 9

Marion County

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South Pittsburg Elementary

5.0/10

Elementary School in South Pittsburg · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

South Pittsburg High School

4.9/10

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6.9/10

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About South Pittsburg Elementary

South Pittsburg Elementary is a public elementary school in South Pittsburg, TN, part of Marion County. South Pittsburg Elementary serves approximately 531 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. South Pittsburg Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,419 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for South Pittsburg Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.6% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-19.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.5 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-8.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,468
Chronic Absenteeism18.6%

South Pittsburg Elementary — Students at South Pittsburg Elementary score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 36.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 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
30%
ELA
41%
2010
Math
40%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
54%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
49%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
24%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
24%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
33.5%
ELA
32.5%
2025
Math
19.6%
ELA
33.3%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How South Pittsburg Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
21th percentile in TN
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

Location

310 Elm AVE, South Pittsburg, TN 37380

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering South Pittsburg Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Davis Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Trenton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bridgeport Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Bridgeport), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bryant School (rated 7.3/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Bryant), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Pittsburg, see our South Pittsburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.6 mi
School Distance Rating
South Pittsburg High School South Pittsburg 0.4 mi 4.9
Richard Hardy Memorial School South Pittsburg 1.4 mi 6.9
Bridgeport Middle School Bridgeport 4.7 mi 5.3
Bridgeport Elementary School Bridgeport 5.0 mi 7.8
Jasper Middle School Jasper 6.3 mi 3.5
Marion Virtual High School Jasper 6.4 mi
Marion Virtual Elementary School Jasper 6.4 mi
Bryant School Bryant 6.8 mi 7.3
JASPER ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jasper 7.1 mi
Marion Co High School Jasper 6.9 mi 5.0
Jasper Elementary School Jasper 7.2 mi 6.2
MOUNTAIN VIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bryant 8.7 mi 6.7
North Jackson High School Stevenson 9.1 mi 5.2
Stevenson Elementary School Stevenson 11.2 mi 6.9
FLORAL CREST SCHOOL Bryant 11.5 mi
North Sand Mountain School Higdon 12.2 mi 6.5
Stevenson Middle School Stevenson 12.6 mi 4.7
Davis Elementary School Trenton 12.5 mi 8.5
Dade Middle School Trenton 14.4 mi 6.6
Dade Elementary School Trenton 14.6 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37380 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,160

Median Home Value

$185,000

Median Rent

$921/mo

Population

6,604

College Educated

10.5%

Homeownership

74.3%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

25.3%

Median Age

44.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about South Pittsburg Elementary

What grades does South Pittsburg Elementary serve?

South Pittsburg Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend South Pittsburg Elementary?

South Pittsburg Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 531 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South Pittsburg Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at South Pittsburg Elementary is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does South Pittsburg Elementary rank in TN?

South Pittsburg Elementary ranks #1,419 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is South Pittsburg Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

South Pittsburg Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 South Pittsburg Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, South Pittsburg Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is South Pittsburg Elementary a charter school?

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

Is South Pittsburg Elementary a Title I school?

No, South Pittsburg Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
531
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Marion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

District

Marion County
District Enrollment
3,996
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,468
District Rank
#6 of 9

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