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#683 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 38% in state

Thomas Jefferson Elementary School

Elementary School · Kingsport

2216 Westmoreland AVE, Kingsport, TN 37664

Enrollment

507

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#683 of 1,786

In Kingsport

#7 of 18

public schools

In district

#3 of 12

Kingsport

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Thomas Jefferson Elementary School

7.0/10

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

Sullivan Gardens Elementary

7.3/10

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6.9/10

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About Thomas Jefferson Elementary School

Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is a public elementary school in Kingsport, TN, part of Kingsport. Thomas Jefferson Elementary School serves approximately 507 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas Jefferson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #683 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Thomas Jefferson Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

What's said publicly about Thomas Jefferson Elementary School

Sources: School's website

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Thomas Jefferson Elementary School in Tennessee is recognized as one of approximately 600 schools and districts across the United States and Canada to receive a specific honor. The school is noted as being one of only twelve institutions in Tennessee to achieve this distinction.
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How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.7
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59.8% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+20.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+25 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+30.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,027
Chronic Absenteeism16.8%

Thomas Jefferson Elementary School — Students at Thomas Jefferson Elementary School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 55.7% (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
72%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
37.8%
ELA
47.6%
2025
Math
59.8%
ELA
65.8%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Thomas Jefferson Elementary School Compares

See how Thomas Jefferson Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
62th percentile in TN
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

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

2216 Westmoreland AVE, Kingsport, TN 37664

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Thomas Jefferson Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Miller Perry Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 6.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Weber City Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Weber City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Andrew Johnson Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kingsport, see our Kingsport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Ross N. Robinson Middle School Kingsport 0.5 mi 6.9
Dobyns - Bennett High School Kingsport 0.4 mi 6.6
Palmer Early Learning Center Kingsport 0.6 mi 5.8
ST DOMINIC CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kingsport 0.7 mi 6.0
Andrew Johnson Elementary School Kingsport 0.9 mi 7.9
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Kingsport 1.0 mi 6.4
CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY Kingsport 1.2 mi 4.9
John Sevier Middle School Kingsport 1.4 mi 5.1
ST PAUL'S DAY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Kingsport 1.9 mi
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kingsport 2.5 mi 5.2
Andrew Jackson Elementary School Kingsport 2.8 mi 4.5
Sullivan Heights Middle School Kingsport 3.4 mi 7.4
Rock Springs Elementary Kingsport 3.7 mi 7.4
Ketron Elementary School Kingsport 3.6 mi 5.8
Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School Kingsport 3.5 mi 5.8
John F. Kennedy Elementary School Kingsport 3.9 mi 6.3
TOP ACADEMY Kingsport 4.0 mi 5.1
APOSTOLIC GOSPEL ACADEMY Kingsport 4.4 mi 5.2
Miller Perry Elementary Kingsport 6.0 mi 8.3
Weber City Elementary Weber City 6.1 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37664 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,164

Median Home Value

$204,900

Median Rent

$817/mo

Population

28,721

College Educated

33.9%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

15.6%

Median Age

45.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Thomas Jefferson Elementary School

What grades does Thomas Jefferson Elementary School serve?

Thomas Jefferson Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Elementary School?

Thomas Jefferson Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 507 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas Jefferson Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Thomas Jefferson Elementary School rank in TN?

Thomas Jefferson Elementary School ranks #683 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Thomas Jefferson Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Thomas Jefferson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Thomas Jefferson Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomas Jefferson Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Thomas Jefferson Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Thomas Jefferson Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Thomas Jefferson Elementary School stack up?

Sullivan Gardens Elementary
7.3

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
507
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Sullivan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

District

Kingsport
District Enrollment
7,653
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,027
District Rank
#3 of 12

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