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Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary

Elementary School · Claiborne County

501 Davis DR, New Tazewell, TN 37825

Enrollment

518

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,052 of 1,786

In New Tazewell

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#5 of 13

Claiborne County

Academic growth

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary

6.0/10

Elementary School in New Tazewell · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary

Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary is a public elementary school in New Tazewell, TN, part of Claiborne County. Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary serves approximately 518 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,052 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.1% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-14.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.7 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment3.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,671
Chronic Absenteeism35.7%

Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary — Students at Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 32.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 29.6% (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
22%
ELA
22%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
36%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
34%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
21.6%
ELA
26.6%
2025
Math
25%
ELA
28.1%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary Compares

See how Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
41th percentile in TN
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.7%

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

501 Davis DR, New Tazewell, TN 37825

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rutledge Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Rutledge), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rutledge Primary (rated 7.4/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Rutledge), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ellen Myers Primary (rated 6.7/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Harrogate), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New Tazewell, see our New Tazewell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.0 mi
School Distance Rating
The Alpha School New Tazewell 0.3 mi 3.1
Claiborne Virtual Learning Academy Tazewell 0.6 mi 3.8
Soldiers Memorial Middle School Tazewell 0.7 mi 4.5
Claiborne High School New Tazewell 0.8 mi 6.0
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Tazewell 2.8 mi 6.5
Springdale Elementary Tazewell 3.5 mi 6.5
Midway Elementary New Tazewell 5.5 mi 5.9
Cumberland Gap High School Cumberland Gap 8.2 mi 5.7
Forge Ridge School Harrogate 9.1 mi 6.2
TRI-STATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cumberland Gap 8.7 mi
H. Y. Livesay Middle School Harrogate 9.0 mi 6.2
Washburn School Washburn 10.3 mi 7.8
NEW BEGINNING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cumberland Gap 9.3 mi
J FRANK WHITE ACADEMY Harrogate 10.5 mi 5.0
Ellen Myers Primary Harrogate 10.7 mi 6.7
Grainger Co Adult High Rutledge 11.8 mi
Rutledge Elementary School Rutledge 11.9 mi 7.5
Rutledge Middle School Rutledge 12.0 mi 6.5
Grainger Academy Rutledge 12.1 mi
Rutledge Primary Rutledge 12.0 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37825 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,573

Median Home Value

$146,500

Median Rent

$684/mo

Population

8,583

College Educated

16.4%

Homeownership

69.4%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

15.6%

Median Age

43.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary

What grades does Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary serve?

Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary?

Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 518 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary rank in TN?

Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary ranks #1,052 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary a Title I school?

No, Tazewell-new Tazewell Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
518
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Claiborne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.7%

District

Claiborne County
District Enrollment
4,061
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,671
District Rank
#5 of 13

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