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#130 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 7% in state

Steekee Elementary

Elementary School · Loudon County

4500 Steekee School RD, Loudon, TN 37774

Enrollment

189

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#130 of 1,786

In Loudon

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 9

Loudon County

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Steekee Elementary

8.7/10

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

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7.3/10

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About Steekee Elementary

Steekee Elementary is a public elementary school in Loudon, TN, part of Loudon County. Steekee Elementary serves approximately 189 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Steekee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #130 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Steekee Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.4
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 189 students, Steekee 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.

Steekee 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 Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59.8% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.6% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+20.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+20.8 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+16.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,875
Chronic Absenteeism16.9%

Steekee Elementary — Students at Steekee Elementary score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 48.4% (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

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
45.3%
ELA
47.6%
2025
Math
59.8%
ELA
61.6%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Steekee Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.7/10
93th percentile in TN
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.9%

Location

4500 Steekee School RD, Loudon, TN 37774

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Steekee Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Highland Park Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Lenoir City), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Eaton Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Lenoir City), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Philadelphia Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Philadelphia), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Loudon, see our Loudon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Loudon Elementary Loudon 1.7 mi 7.3
Ft Loudoun Middle School Loudon 2.2 mi 5.9
Loudon High School Loudon 2.3 mi 6.8
Philadelphia Elementary Philadelphia 4.6 mi 8.1
The iLearn Institute at Lenoir City Schools Lenoir City 7.1 mi 6.4
Lenoir City High School Lenoir City 7.7 mi 5.1
Lenoir City Elementary Lenoir City 7.6 mi 6.7
Lenoir City Intermediate/Middle School Lenoir City 8.1 mi 6.2
Highland Park Elementary Lenoir City 8.5 mi 9.0
LENOIR CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lenoir City 9.0 mi 4.6
Vonore Middle School Vonore 8.8 mi 5.9
Vonore Elementary Vonore 9.2 mi 6.5
Eaton Elementary Lenoir City 9.8 mi 8.9
North Middle School Lenoir City 9.8 mi 7.0
Sweetwater Primary School Sweetwater 9.1 mi 6.4
Greenback School Greenback 8.7 mi 7.9
Sequoyah High School Madisonville 10.5 mi 5.5
Brown Intermediate School Sweetwater 10.1 mi 6.3
Madisonville Intermediate School Madisonville 11.4 mi 5.2
Madisonville Middle School Madisonville 11.5 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37774 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,724

Median Home Value

$329,600

Median Rent

$929/mo

Population

20,989

College Educated

31.3%

Homeownership

86.2%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

57.8

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School Rating
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South Knox Elementary Knoxville, TN 8.7
Holice Powell Elementary Dyersburg, TN 8.6
Valley Forge Elementary Elizabethton, TN 8.6
Bon De Croft Elementary Sparta, TN 8.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Steekee Elementary

What grades does Steekee Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Steekee Elementary?

Steekee Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 189 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Steekee Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Steekee Elementary is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Steekee Elementary rank in TN?

Steekee Elementary ranks #130 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Steekee Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Steekee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Steekee Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Steekee Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Steekee Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Steekee Elementary a Title I school?

No, Steekee Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
13 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
189
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Loudon County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.9%

District

Loudon County
District Enrollment
5,011
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,875
District Rank
#3 of 9

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