Serving 361 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Side 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: North Side Elementary serves the southeast part of Johnson City, TN, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with most homes located within 1.5 miles of the school and the furthest edge being 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Side Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Side Elementary School's student population of 361 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
29 teachers
Year Founded
1922
School Calendar
School Motto
Committed to academic excellence
School Rankings
North Side 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 North Side Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#479 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
22%
16%
Black
14%
20%
White
48%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Side Elementary School's ranking?
North Side Elementary School is ranked #479 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are North Side Elementary School often compared to?
North Side Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Side Elementary School, Mountain View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend North Side Elementary School?
361 students attend North Side Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of North Side Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does North Side Elementary School offer ?
North Side Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Side Elementary School part of?
North Side Elementary School is part of Johnson City School District.
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