Serving 334 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Ellen Myers Primary 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Ellen Myers Primary serves the northern part of its school district in Harrogate, TN, covering an area of approximately 30.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located about 6.2 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ellen Myers Primary's student population of 334 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
334 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Effort.Respect.Success
School Rankings
Ellen Myers Primary 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 Ellen Myers Primary is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#453 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #453 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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, Clairfield Elementary School, Powell Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Ellen Myers Primary?
334 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 Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Ellen Myers Primary offer ?
Ellen Myers Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ellen Myers Primary part of?
Ellen Myers Primary is part of Claiborne County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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.) [email protected] 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.
5 10/10/2025
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 [email protected]. 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!
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