Elementary Schools in Sullivan County

The Sullivan County school district in Tennessee is home to 10 elementary schools serving students from kindergarten through 5th grade. While the district as a whole lags behind state averages, a few standout schools demonstrate what is possible with the right resources and strategies.

At the top of the pack are Rock Springs Elementary, which consistently ranks among the best elementary schools in Tennessee, and Miller Perry Elementary, which also performs exceptionally well with over 50% of students meeting or exceeding standards in math and science. Central Heights Elementary and Indian Springs Elementary also stand out as above-average performers in the district. However, the data reveals significant gaps, with some schools lagging 20-40 percentage points behind the top schools in proficiency rates.

Interestingly, the schools with the highest white student populations tend to be the top-performing, while those with more racial/ethnic diversity have lower proficiency rates. Additionally, spending per student does not directly correlate with performance, suggesting other factors like teaching quality and school leadership play a bigger role. Overall, the Sullivan County elementary schools have room for improvement to raise achievement levels district-wide and close the gaps between the highest and lowest performers.