Serving 429 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Boyds Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boyds Creek Elementary School's student population of 429 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
429 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Boyds Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boyds Creek Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#612 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
2%
21%
White
86%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boyds Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Boyds Creek Elementary School is ranked #612 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Boyds Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Boyds Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seymour Primary, Catlettsburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Boyds Creek Elementary School?
429 students attend Boyds Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Boyds Creek Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boyds Creek Elementary School?
Boyds Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Boyds Creek Elementary School offer ?
Boyds Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Boyds Creek Elementary School part of?
Boyds Creek Elementary School is part of Sevier County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/13/2021
The place is very fun and the teachers are nice.
5 1/17/2018
I have two children that have attended Boyds from Kindergarten through 8th grade. Not perfect, but overall, it's a fantastic school. Faculty and administration do a great job and try to do the right thing for all students.
5 8/2/2017
We moved here from out of state last school year! I must say we are very impressed with the teachers/staff! We were made to feel at home immediately! My children love the school and the staff! I must say they focus on education and making the kids feel loved!! I give this school a double thumbs up!!!
2 10/29/2016
I have had my child in this school for 2 years, and for 2 years we have fought. The education is soupy based on test scores, the individual needs are not even close to being met. The front office staff are so unbearably rude and act as if they are being bothered to do anything. This will be my child's last year in this school, as any time I try to get answers I am blown off. I cannot stand the fact my daughter feels inadequate in this school.
2 3/17/2016
My child had lost all self esteem while attending this school. The teachers are more bullies then most students. They belittle the students and make then feel horrible about their selves. I wish I could somehow move my child to Seymour. He attended here and loved it. My opinion bces is the worst school in Sevier county. The teachers are rude, bullying and uncaring.
5 9/20/2013
I have two children at Boyds Creek and we have had wonderful teachers every year. We love it there and love the support we get from the staff. They are always friendly and make an effort to make us feel at home.
2 1/28/2012
We had such a horrible experience with this school. The administration is very inadequate and poorly trained. The focus is on test scores not children.
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