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York Elementary

Elementary School · Fentress County

218 School AVE, Jamestown, TN 38556

Enrollment

456

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,209 of 1,786

In Jamestown

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Fentress County

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York Elementary

5.6/10

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

Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute

6.7/10

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

Pine Haven Elementary

7.6/10

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

About York Elementary

York Elementary is a public elementary school in Jamestown, TN, part of Fentress County. York Elementary serves approximately 456 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. York Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,209 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for York Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

York 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 Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28.2% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.2% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-11 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.6 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,594
Chronic Absenteeism25.2%

York Elementary — Students at York Elementary score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 33.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 32 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
25%
ELA
40%
2010
Math
38%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
41%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
41%
2013
Math
40%
ELA
39%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
23%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
23%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
21%
ELA
28.8%
2025
Math
28.2%
ELA
23.2%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How York Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
32th percentile in TN
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
5.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.2%

Location

218 School AVE, Jamestown, TN 38556

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering York Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pine Haven Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clinton County Early Childhood Center (rated 7.6/10, 22.7 miles away, in nearby Albany), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wilson Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 19.4 miles away, in nearby Crawford), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jamestown, see our Jamestown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute Jamestown 1.4 mi 6.7
Pine Haven Elementary Jamestown 1.8 mi 7.6
Fentress Co Adult High School Allardt 4.3 mi
Allardt Elementary Allardt 4.4 mi 6.7
South Fentress Elementary School Grimsley 12.8 mi 6.7
Clarkrange High School Clarkrange 13.4 mi 5.8
Pickett Co High School Byrdstown 15.3 mi 5.9
Pickett County Elementary Byrdstown 15.3 mi 5.5
Sunbright School Sunbright 18.3 mi 5.9
Wilson Elementary Crawford 19.4 mi 7.5
MONTEREY MENNONITE SCHOOL Monterey 21.2 mi
HERITAGE ACADEMY Monterey 22.3 mi 7.0
Albany Elementary School Albany 22.2 mi 4.3
Clinton County High School Albany 22.6 mi 4.5
Clinton County Early Childhood Center Albany 22.7 mi 7.6
Robbins Elementary Robbins 20.0 mi 7.2
Clinton County Middle School Albany 23.2 mi 5.2
REDEMPTION BAPTIST ACADEMY Lancing 22.1 mi
Otter Creek Academy Monticello 25.0 mi
Overton County Virtual School Livingtston 21.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38556 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,819

Median Home Value

$147,300

Median Rent

$587/mo

Population

12,531

College Educated

13.9%

Homeownership

73.9%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

25.8%

Median Age

50.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about York Elementary

What grades does York Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend York Elementary?

York Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 456 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at York Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at York Elementary is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does York Elementary rank in TN?

York Elementary ranks #1,209 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is York Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

York Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 York Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, York Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is York Elementary a charter school?

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

Is York Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Fentress County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.2%

District

Fentress County
District Enrollment
2,280
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,594
District Rank
#5 of 5

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