Serving 572 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Spring City Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Spring City Elementary School's student population of 572 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
572 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
The mission of Spring City Elementary School is to ensure that all students achieve their optimal learning in a safe environment.
School Rankings
Spring City Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring City Elementary School is 0.14, 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
#356 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
2%
21%
White
93%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring City Elementary School's ranking?
Spring City Elementary School is ranked #356 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Spring City Elementary School often compared to?
Spring City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Graysville Elementary School, Frazier Elementary School, Dayton City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Spring City Elementary School?
572 students attend Spring City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Spring City Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spring City Elementary School?
Spring City Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Spring City Elementary School offer ?
Spring City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spring City Elementary School part of?
Spring City Elementary School is part of Rhea County School District.
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