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#659 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 37% in state

Winfield Elementary

Elementary School · Scott County

23366 Scott HWY, Winfield, TN 37892

Enrollment

173

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#659 of 1,786

In district

#4 of 7

Scott County

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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7.1/10

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About Winfield Elementary

Winfield Elementary is a public elementary school in Winfield, TN, part of Scott County. Winfield Elementary serves approximately 173 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Winfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #659 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Winfield Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.4
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 173 students, Winfield Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Winfield 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 Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.7% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-14.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.1 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,976
Chronic Absenteeism22.5%

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

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 35.0% (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
17%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
27.4%
ELA
31.6%
2025
Math
25%
ELA
29.7%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Winfield Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
63th percentile in TN
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
13 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.5%

Location

23366 Scott HWY, Winfield, TN 37892

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Winfield Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fairview Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Huntsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Huntsville Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Huntsville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Whitley City Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 15.3 miles away, in nearby Whitley City), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Winfield, see our Winfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Oneida Elementary Oneida 3.4 mi 6.6
Oneida Middle School Oneida 4.0 mi 5.9
Oneida High School Oneida 4.0 mi 5.2
Burchfield Elementary Oneida 5.0 mi 5.9
LANDMARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oneida 6.6 mi 6.6
Pine Knot Intermediate Pine Knot 8.4 mi 6.2
Huntsville Elementary Huntsville 9.1 mi 7.5
Huntsville Middle School Huntsville 9.1 mi 7.0
Scott High School Huntsville 10.1 mi 6.4
McCreary County Middle School Stearns 11.5 mi 5.5
McCreary Central High School Stearns 11.6 mi 7.8
Fairview Elementary Huntsville 11.6 mi 9.3
Elk Valley Elementary Pioneer 11.9 mi 7.2
Whitley City Elementary School Whitley City 15.3 mi 7.5
Robbins Elementary Robbins 14.9 mi 7.2
JELLICO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jellico 17.5 mi
Jellico Elementary Jellico 18.2 mi 5.9
Caryville Elementary Caryville 20.5 mi 6.7
Jacksboro Middle School Jacksboro 20.6 mi 6.9
Jellico High School Jellico 18.9 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37892 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$38,011

Median Home Value

$112,000

Median Rent

$668/mo

Population

1,750

College Educated

13.5%

Homeownership

79%

Poverty Rate

25.7%

Median Age

40.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Winfield Elementary

What grades does Winfield Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Winfield Elementary?

Winfield Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 173 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Winfield Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Winfield Elementary is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Winfield Elementary rank in TN?

Winfield Elementary ranks #659 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Winfield Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Winfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Winfield Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Winfield Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Winfield Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Winfield Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
1 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
173
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Scott County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.5%

District

Scott County
District Enrollment
2,505
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,976
District Rank
#4 of 7

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