Serving 365 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Sulphur Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 43% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sulphur Springs Elementary School's student population of 365 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
S² STEAM Leaders are Empowered to Solve Problems. We are Respectful, Confident, Encouraging, and Kind.
School Rankings
Sulphur Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sulphur Springs Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#535 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
n/a
21%
White
96%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sulphur Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Sulphur Springs Elementary School is ranked #535 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Sulphur Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Sulphur Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridgeview Elementary School, Grandview Elementary School, Fall Branch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Sulphur Springs Elementary School?
365 students attend Sulphur Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Sulphur Springs Elementary School students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sulphur Springs Elementary School?
Sulphur Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sulphur Springs Elementary School offer ?
Sulphur Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sulphur Springs Elementary School part of?
Sulphur Springs Elementary School is part of Washington County School District.
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