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Very Good

#344 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 19% in state

Tracy Elementary

Elementary School · Grundy County

276 3rd ST, Tracy City, TN 37387

Enrollment

329

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#344 of 1,786

In district

#2 of 5

Grundy County

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Tracy Elementary

7.9/10

Elementary School in Tracy City · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Monteagle Elementary

5.8/10

4.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Grundy County High School

5.7/10

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About Tracy Elementary

Tracy Elementary is a public elementary school in Tracy City, TN, part of Grundy County. Tracy Elementary serves approximately 329 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Tracy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #344 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Tracy Elementary show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.7
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Tracy 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 Progress9.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency37% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-2.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.5 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,370
Chronic Absenteeism26.4%

Tracy Elementary — Students at Tracy Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 23.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 26.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 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
21%
ELA
24%
2010
Math
23%
ELA
31%
2011
Math
23%
ELA
31%
2012
Math
28%
ELA
28%
2013
Math
24%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
33%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
16%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
18.7%
ELA
24.7%
2025
Math
37%
ELA
28.3%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Tracy Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.9/10
81th percentile in TN
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.4%

Location

276 3rd ST, Tracy City, TN 37387

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tracy Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sewanee Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Sewanee), which scores notably higher. Another option is Swiss Memorial Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Gruetli-Laager), with a very similar rating. Additionally, North Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Altamont), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tracy City, see our Tracy City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Monteagle Elementary Monteagle 4.8 mi 5.8
Grundy County High School Coalmont 8.4 mi 5.7
Pelham Elementary Pelham 8.5 mi 7.1
ST ANDREW'S-SEWANEE SCHOOL Sewanee 8.4 mi 7.7
North Elementary Altamont 11.2 mi 7.7
FAITH MISSIONARY ACADEMY Gruetli-Laager 11.1 mi 3.9
Sewanee Elementary Sewanee 10.5 mi 9.4
Swiss Memorial Elementary Gruetli-Laager 11.6 mi 8.2
JASPER ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jasper 12.8 mi
Jasper Middle School Jasper 13.9 mi 3.5
Marion Co High School Jasper 13.9 mi 5.0
Jasper Elementary School Jasper 14.0 mi 6.2
Marion Virtual High School Jasper 14.3 mi
Marion Virtual Elementary School Jasper 14.3 mi
Whitwell Middle School Whitwell 13.2 mi 6.5
Whitwell High School Whitwell 13.3 mi 4.2
Whitwell Elementary Whitwell 13.3 mi 7.2
South Pittsburg Elementary South Pittsburg 17.0 mi 5.0
South Pittsburg High School South Pittsburg 17.4 mi 4.9
Richard Hardy Memorial School South Pittsburg 18.0 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37387 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,188

Median Home Value

$123,200

Median Rent

$393/mo

Population

3,982

College Educated

13.3%

Homeownership

78.7%

Avg Commute

41 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

40

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tracy Elementary

What grades does Tracy Elementary serve?

Tracy Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Tracy Elementary?

Tracy Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 329 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tracy Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Tracy Elementary is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tracy Elementary rank in TN?

Tracy Elementary ranks #344 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Tracy Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Tracy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Tracy Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Tracy Elementary has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Tracy Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Tracy Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
329
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Grundy County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.4%

District

Grundy County
District Enrollment
1,719
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,370
District Rank
#2 of 5

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