Serving 462 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Side Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Side Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
East Side Elementary School's student population of 462 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Side Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Side Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#466 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
2%
21%
White
88%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Side Elementary School's ranking?
East Side Elementary School is ranked #466 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are East Side Elementary School often compared to?
East Side Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harold Mccormick Elementary School, West Side Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend East Side Elementary School?
462 students attend East Side Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of East Side Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Side Elementary School?
East Side Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Side Elementary School offer ?
East Side Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is East Side Elementary School part of?
East Side Elementary School is part of Elizabethton School District.
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