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#551 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 31% in state

Union Heights Elementary

Elementary School · Hamblen County

3366 Tornado TRL, Morristown, TN 37813

Enrollment

304

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#551 of 1,786

In Morristown

#5 of 15

public schools

In district

#6 of 18

Hamblen County

Equity

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Union Heights Elementary

7.3/10

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

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About Union Heights Elementary

Union Heights Elementary is a public elementary school in Morristown, TN, part of Hamblen County. Union Heights Elementary serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Union Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #551 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Union Heights Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Union Heights 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 Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.7% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+7.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.9 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+8.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,596
Chronic Absenteeism19.1%

Union Heights Elementary — Students at Union Heights Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 42.4% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
50.5%
ELA
34.4%
2025
Math
47%
ELA
50.7%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Union Heights Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
69th percentile in TN
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
6.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

Location

3366 Tornado TRL, Morristown, TN 37813

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Union Heights Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Heights Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Russellville Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Russellville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Witt Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Morristown, see our Morristown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.4 mi
School Distance Rating
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - LCS Morristown 2.3 mi 5.3
Witt Elementary Morristown 2.3 mi 7.9
Hamblen County Alternative School Morristown 3.1 mi 4.3
Lincoln Heights Elementary Morristown 2.7 mi 8.4
Hillcrest Elementary Morristown 3.0 mi 6.2
Lincoln Heights Middle School Morristown 2.8 mi 6.9
John Hay Elementary Morristown 3.6 mi 5.0
Morristown East High Morristown 3.2 mi 5.7
MORRISTOWN COVENANT ACADEMY Morristown 3.3 mi 6.9
Meadowview Middle School Morristown 3.6 mi 4.9
Morristown West High Morristown 3.3 mi 5.1
LAKEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Morristown 3.8 mi 3.1
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Morristown 4.4 mi 4.9
Fairview Marguerite Morristown 4.7 mi 6.8
West Elementary Morristown 4.5 mi 7.4
Russellville Elementary Russellville 5.5 mi 8.0
NEW VISION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL White Pine 5.7 mi 4.1
ALL SAINTS' EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Morristown 5.0 mi 7.0
Manley Elementary Morristown 5.6 mi 5.1
White Pine Elementary White Pine 6.4 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37813 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,783

Median Home Value

$158,400

Median Rent

$813/mo

Population

17,479

College Educated

15.1%

Homeownership

67.5%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

20.9%

Median Age

39.2

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Eastside Elementary Rock Island, TN 7.3
Fairmount Elementary Bristol, TN 7.3
Hilham Elementary Hilham, TN 7.3
Jackson Elementary Memphis, TN 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Union Heights Elementary

What grades does Union Heights Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Union Heights Elementary?

Union Heights Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Union Heights Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Union Heights Elementary 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 Union Heights Elementary rank in TN?

Union Heights Elementary ranks #551 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Union Heights Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Union Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Union Heights Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Union Heights Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Union Heights Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Union Heights Elementary a Title I school?

No, Union Heights Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Hamblen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

District

Hamblen County
District Enrollment
10,287
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,596
District Rank
#6 of 18

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