Summary:
The city of Estill Springs, Tennessee has only one public school, Rock Creek Elementary, which serves students from kindergarten through 5th grade. While the data set is limited to this single school, it provides a comprehensive look at the school's performance and standing within the Franklin County district and the state of Tennessee.
Rock Creek Elementary has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Tennessee elementary schools, ranking 822 out of 1,009 in the 2024-2025 school year. The school's performance on state assessments (TNReady) is below the district and state averages across all subjects and grade levels, with proficiency rates ranging from 20.9% to 40% in 2024-2025, compared to the state averages of 38.9% to 47.7%. Additionally, the school has a concerning chronic absenteeism rate of 18.9% in the 2023-2024 school year, which is significantly higher than the state average.
Despite the school's low academic performance, it appears to have adequate funding and resources, with per-student spending above the state average and a student-teacher ratio slightly lower than the state average. This suggests that factors beyond funding and resources, such as instructional practices, school climate, and student engagement, may be contributing to the school's challenges. Addressing these underlying issues through targeted interventions and improvement strategies will be crucial for Rock Creek Elementary to improve its academic outcomes and better serve the students of Estill Springs.
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