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Very Good

#450 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 25% in state

St Clair Elementary

Elementary School · Hawkins County

1350 Melinda Ferry RD, Bulls Gap, TN 37711

Enrollment

172

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#450 of 1,786

In Bulls Gap

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 17

Hawkins County

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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St Clair Elementary

7.6/10

Elementary School in Bulls Gap · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.0/10

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About St Clair Elementary

St Clair Elementary is a public elementary school in Bulls Gap, TN, part of Hawkins County. St Clair Elementary serves approximately 172 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Clair Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #450 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for St Clair Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.4
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 172 students, St Clair 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.

St Clair 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 Data14
Annual Change-0.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.2% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.3 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+1.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,084
Chronic Absenteeism25%

St Clair Elementary — Students at St Clair Elementary score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 37.4% (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
32%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2025
Math
32.2%
ELA
39.5%

* 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 St Clair Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
75th percentile in TN
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.0%

Location

1350 Melinda Ferry RD, Bulls Gap, TN 37711

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Clair Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Russellville Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Russellville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Mooresburg Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Mooresburg), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mosheim Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Mosheim), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bulls Gap, see our Bulls Gap schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Bulls Gap School Bulls Gap 5.0 mi 3.0
Cherokee High School Rogersville 4.1 mi 5.1
Whitesburg Elementary Whitesburg 5.0 mi 7.2
Rogersville Elementary Rogersville 6.7 mi 5.6
East Ridge Middle School Whitesburg 6.9 mi 7.1
Hawkins County Virtual Academy Rogersville 7.5 mi 2.8
Rogersville Middle School Rogersville 7.6 mi 6.2
Hawkins Elementary Rogersville 7.8 mi 6.1
Russellville Elementary Russellville 8.3 mi 8.0
Mooresburg Elementary Mooresburg 7.7 mi 7.4
Clinch School Sneedville 9.9 mi 6.1
Joseph Rogers Primary School Rogersville 9.3 mi 5.6
McDonald Elementary Mohawk 11.9 mi 6.8
West Greene High School Mosheim 12.3 mi 5.3
Hamblen County Alternative School Morristown 11.6 mi 4.3
John Hay Elementary Morristown 11.5 mi 5.0
Mosheim Elementary Mosheim 12.2 mi 7.3
West Greene Middle Schools Mosheim 12.1 mi 8.1
Meadowview Middle School Morristown 12.6 mi 4.9
Union Heights Elementary Morristown 13.5 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37711 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$39,496

Median Home Value

$115,500

Median Rent

$760/mo

Population

5,682

College Educated

11.5%

Homeownership

84.8%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

26.1%

Median Age

47.6

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

School Rating
Homer Pittard Campus School Murfreesboro, TN 7.6
NEW HOPE ACADEMY Franklin, TN 7.6
Springdale Elementary Memphis, TN 7.6
Stigall Primary School Humboldt, TN 7.6
Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus Memphis, TN 7.5
Grassy Fork Elementary Hartford, TN 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Clair Elementary

What grades does St Clair Elementary serve?

St Clair Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend St Clair Elementary?

St Clair Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 172 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Clair Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at St Clair Elementary is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St Clair Elementary rank in TN?

St Clair Elementary ranks #450 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is St Clair Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

St Clair Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 St Clair Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St Clair Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is St Clair Elementary a charter school?

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

Is St Clair Elementary a Title I school?

No, St Clair Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
172
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Hawkins County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.0%

District

Hawkins County
District Enrollment
6,223
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,084
District Rank
#2 of 17

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