Summary:
The city of New Tazewell, Tennessee is home to 4 schools, including 3 elementary schools and 1 high school. The schools in this area face significant challenges, with consistently low performance on standardized tests compared to the Claiborne County and Tennessee state averages. Claiborne High School, the only high school in the data set, ranks between 253-276 out of 358-384 Tennessee high schools and is rated 1-2 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger. The two elementary schools, Tazewell-New Tazewell Elementary and Midway Elementary, also have low statewide rankings and ratings, with test scores generally below the county and state averages.
Socioeconomic factors may be contributing to the schools' challenges, as the Claiborne County school district is ranked 103 out of 139 in Tennessee and is rated 1 star out of 5 by SchoolDigger, suggesting a high percentage of students from low-income families. Additionally, the schools have a predominantly white student population, with very low representation of other racial and ethnic groups, which may limit the diversity of educational experiences and perspectives available to students.
The schools in New Tazewell also face resource allocation concerns, with spending per student ranging from $9,942 to $10,424, slightly below the national average of around $12,000 per student. This may indicate that the schools are not receiving adequate funding and resources to support student learning and school improvement. Addressing these challenges will require a comprehensive approach that considers socioeconomic factors, resource allocation, and strategies to improve academic performance and promote a more diverse and inclusive learning environment.
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