Serving 508 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ketron Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ketron Elementary School serves the northwest part of Kingsport, TN, covering an area of approximately 16.5 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ketron Elementary School's student population of 508 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
508 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
37 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ketron Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ketron Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1095 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.6%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ketron Elementary School's ranking?
Ketron Elementary School is ranked #1095 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Ketron Elementary School?
508 students attend Ketron Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Ketron Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Ketron Elementary School offer ?
Ketron Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ketron Elementary School part of?
Ketron Elementary School is part of Sullivan County School District.
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