Serving 217 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Rural Vale 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rural Vale Elementary serves the southwest part of Tellico Plains, TN, covering an area of approximately 44.8 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 4.9 miles from the school to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 7.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rural Vale Elementary School's student population of 217 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
217 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rural Vale 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 Rural Vale Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#1088 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
89%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rural Vale Elementary School's ranking?
Rural Vale Elementary School is ranked #1088 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Rural Vale Elementary School often compared to?
Rural Vale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tellico Plains Elementary School, Tellico Plains Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Rural Vale Elementary School?
217 students attend Rural Vale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Rural Vale Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Rural Vale Elementary School offer ?
Rural Vale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rural Vale Elementary School part of?
Rural Vale Elementary School is part of Monroe County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
i would deffenently reccomend this school. the teachers and staff are great. my child has epelepsy and they are very great with her.
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