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#1431 of 1,785 schools in TN

Temple Hill Elementary

Elementary School · Unicoi County

797 Old Highway RD, Erwin, TN 37650

Enrollment

106

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Erwin

#6 of 6

public schools

Tennessee elementary schools

#819 of 1,002

In district

#7 of 7

Unicoi County

School environment

9.3 / 10

Exceptional

About Temple Hill Elementary

Temple Hill Elementary serves 106 students in grades PreK through 5th in Erwin, Tennessee, earning a strong 7.5 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout. The school ranks impressively at #207 out of 1,796 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 88th percentile across Tennessee. With 10 full-time equivalent teachers, Temple Hill maintains an excellent student-teacher ratio of 10.6 to 1, allowing for more individualized attention and smaller class sizes that can benefit young learners.

This intimate learning environment helps foster strong relationships between educators and students during these crucial early academic years. The school draws families from the 37650 zip code area, where the median household income is $51,556 and median home value reaches $138,500. About 15% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while 16.8% of families experience poverty, reflecting the diverse socioeconomic makeup of the community the school serves.

As a regular public school, Temple Hill Elementary provides foundational education in a supportive small-school atmosphere. The school sits in a rural area near the town of Erwin, offering students a close-knit community setting in the scenic foothills of East Tennessee's Unicoi County.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 106 students, Temple Hill Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Temple Hill Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Fair50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.87 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.6%
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.7%
Math vs. State Avg-7.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.1 pts
Overall Proficiency28%
Expected (poverty-adj.)36%
vs. Expected-7.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.3Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,252

Temple Hill Elementary — Students at Temple Hill Elementary score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.2%
School
State
39.2%
ELA Proficiency 24.4%
School
State
40.8%

Based on 7 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
34.5%
ELA
34.5%
2021*
Math
24.5%
ELA
15%
2025
Math
31.6%
ELA
23.7%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Temple Hill Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
20th percentile in TN
Academic
4.9/10
4.9/10
Growth
3.2/10
Below average
Environment
9.3/10
Above average

Location

797 Old Highway RD, Erwin, TN 37650

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Temple Hill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West View School (rated 9.5/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Limestone), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodland Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 16.7 miles away, in nearby Johnson City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cherokee Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Johnson City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Erwin, see our Erwin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Unicoi Co High School Erwin 5.3 mi 6.9
Unicoi Co Middle School Erwin 5.3 mi 8.0
Unicoi Community Learning Center Erwin 5.3 mi 5.5
Love Chapel Elementary Erwin 5.3 mi 6.3
Rock Creek Elementary Erwin 6.8 mi 7.5
Lamar Elementary Jonesborough 9.1 mi 8.0
South Central Elementary Chuckey 8.7 mi 4.5
WOLF CREEK ACADEMY Mars Hill 10.4 mi
Unicoi Elementary Unicoi 10.5 mi 7.3
West View School Limestone 11.2 mi 9.5
David Crockett High School Jonesborough 12.0 mi 5.0
Grandview Elementary School Telford 12.8 mi 6.5
STEPPEN STONE ACADEMY Limestone 12.8 mi 5.2
Cane River Middle Burnsville 13.5 mi 7.0
Blue Ridge Elementary Burnsville 13.5 mi 3.5
Cherokee Elementary Johnson City 14.6 mi 8.7
Mountain Heritage High Burnsville 15.0 mi 5.1
YANCEY COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Burnsville 15.1 mi 3.0
Woodland Elementary Johnson City 16.7 mi 8.9
University School Johnson City 16.4 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37650 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,671

Median Home Value

$156,000

Median Rent

$636/mo

Population

13,109

College Educated

16.9%

Homeownership

74.2%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

14.5%

Median Age

42.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding Temple Hill Elementary has a median household income of $49,671. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $156,000, with a median rent of $636/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.5%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Wynn Habersham Elementary Duff, TN 4.9
Grassy Fork Elementary Hartford, TN 5.1
AKIVA SCHOOL Nashville, TN 5.2
SAVANNAH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Savannah, TN 5.2
LENOIR CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lenoir City, TN 4.6
LESTER COON ADVENTIST SCHOOL Apison, TN 4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Temple Hill Elementary

What grades does Temple Hill Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Temple Hill Elementary?

Temple Hill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 106 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Temple Hill Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Temple Hill Elementary is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Temple Hill Elementary rank in TN?

Temple Hill Elementary is ranked #1431 out of 1,785 schools in TN.

What is Temple Hill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Temple Hill Elementary has a composite rating of 4.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Temple Hill Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Temple Hill Elementary has 30.2% math proficiency and 24.4% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Temple Hill Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Temple Hill Elementary a Title I school?

No, Temple Hill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

County Safety
Low (242/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Unicoi County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Unicoi County
District Enrollment
2,152
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,473
District Rank
#7 of 7

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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