North Stewart Elementary School

2201 Hwy 79
Big Rock, TN 37023
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 464 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Stewart Elementary School 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 464 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Top 30% in TN
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : North Stewart Elementary serves the eastern part of Big Rock, TN, covering an area of approximately 96.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.3 miles from the school.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

North Stewart Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:

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Attribute

School Overview

North Stewart Elementary School's student population of 464 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
464 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
29 teachers

Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

School Calendar
School Motto
It's A Great Day To Be A Rebel!

School Rankings

North Stewart 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 Stewart Elementary School is 0.17, 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.
This School
State Level (TN)
#453 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

40-44%
34%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

40-44%
37%

Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

50-54%
40%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
16%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓

White
91%
57%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
4%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
9%
0.17

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
18.5%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
45%

Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%

Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is North Stewart Elementary School's ranking?
North Stewart Elementary School is ranked #453 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
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 North Stewart Elementary School?
464 students attend North Stewart Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of North Stewart Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does North Stewart Elementary School offer ?
North Stewart Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Stewart Elementary School part of?
North Stewart Elementary School is part of Stewart County School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 464 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : North Stewart Elementary serves the eastern part of Big Rock, TN, covering an area of approximately 96.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.3 miles from the school.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

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