Serving 280 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Powell Valley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Powell Valley Elementary serves the west part of Speedwell, TN, covering an area of approximately 63.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Powell Valley Elementary School's student population of 280 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1914
School Calendar
School Motto
The Tribe with Pride
School Rankings
Powell Valley 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 Powell Valley Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#1062 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
White
99%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Powell Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Powell Valley Elementary School is ranked #1062 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Powell Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Powell Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midway Elementary School, Ellen Myers Primary, Forge Ridge School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Powell Valley Elementary School?
280 students attend Powell Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Powell Valley Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Powell Valley Elementary School offer ?
Powell Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Powell Valley Elementary School part of?
Powell Valley Elementary School is part of Claiborne County School District.
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