Serving 176 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Smoky Mountain 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 3% 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: 176 students
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Smoky Mountain Elementary serves the southwest part of Cosby, TN, covering an area of approximately 52.4 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with most living within 4.3 miles of the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smoky Mountain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Smoky Mountain Elementary School's student population of 176 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
176 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
14 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 38-year historical data
School Rankings
Smoky Mountain 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 Smoky Mountain Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#453 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
1%
20%
White
97%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smoky Mountain Elementary School's ranking?
Smoky Mountain Elementary School is ranked #453 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Smoky Mountain Elementary School often compared to?
Smoky Mountain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cosby Elementary School, Jones Cove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 Smoky Mountain Elementary School?
176 students attend Smoky Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Smoky Mountain Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Smoky Mountain Elementary School offer ?
Smoky Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smoky Mountain Elementary School part of?
Smoky Mountain Elementary School is part of Cocke County School District.
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