Serving 305 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Ellen Myers Primary ranks in the top 20% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ellen Myers Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ellen Myers Primary's student population of 305 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
305 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ellen Myers Primary ranks within the top 20% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ellen Myers Primary is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#267 out of 1721 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
1%
21%
White
94%
60%
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
55%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellen Myers Primary's ranking?
Ellen Myers Primary is ranked #267 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Ellen Myers Primary often compared to?
Ellen Myers Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Forge Ridge 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 28% TN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Ellen Myers Primary?
305 students attend Ellen Myers Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Ellen Myers Primary students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ellen Myers Primary?
Ellen Myers Primary has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ellen Myers Primary offer ?
Ellen Myers Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Ellen Myers Primary part of?
Ellen Myers Primary is part of Claiborne County School District.
School Reviews
5 8/1/2015
My name is Mary Lee (Taylor) Worthington. I attended Ellen Myers in the old building from 1943 through the 8th grade. I lived at Grace Nettleton Home for Girls. My first teacher was Bessie Anderson. Other teachers I remember are, Miss Nora Ellison, Miss Day, Virginia Sharp and Mr. Clarence Jordan. I played basketball when I was in the 8th grade. Mr. Jordan was the coach. We had wonderful teachers. They were dedicated to "teaching" us and respected us as individuals. Those years spent at Ellen Myers were happy times. I am looking for any girls that attended when I was there and also girls from Grace Nettleton. They can email me at mlw35@yahoo.com. I never attended the new school but I'm sure the teachers are as dedicated as the ones that taught me. I would recommend Ellen Myers to any parent looking for a good learning institution for their children. I give your school 3 thumbs up!
5 3/29/2014
I went to this school when it was first built. I went to the old Ellen Myers School first. Miss Ellison and Miss Day and Miss Sharp was some of my teachers. Can not remember the others.I lived at Grace Nettleton Home for Girls, my sister Joyce and I (Johnnie Fee). If you are out there at this time (1946 through 1955 please contact me.) jlynncatlett@suddenlink.net Hazel and Edith Bennett, jane Mullins, Dorothy cathy and Judy Love and many more girls. This was a grand school, learned a lot there. Lots of paddlings though. Keep the school going.
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