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Grainger County


At a glance
88thof 139 Tennessee districts▲ 22
Better than 36% of Tennessee districts
7850 Rutledge PIKE
Rutledge, TN 37861
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Statewide performance 2017–2025
2025: better than 36.7% of districts
9
Schools
2,986
Students
Top rankedJoppa Elementary292nd of 1,009 Tennessee elementary schools
Biggest riser
Rutledge Elementary School up 175 spots statewide this year
Smallest classes
Rutledge Primary 11 students per teacher
SchoolDigger ratings
4★
3★
2★
4 schools without a SchoolDigger rating (too few tested students)
Summary:

The schools in Grainger County, Tennessee serve students from elementary through high school, with a mix of 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The data reveals a range of performance across the schools, with standout performers like Joppa Elementary and Bean Station Elementary consistently outperforming county and state averages, while other schools show more mixed results.

The graduation and dropout rates at Grainger High School and Washburn School are notable, with both schools exceeding the state average for graduation rate and falling below the state average for dropout rate. However, a concerning trend across all schools is the high chronic absenteeism rate of 18.9%, which is higher than the state average and warrants further investigation.

Spending per student varies significantly, from $11,542 at Grainger High School to $32,640 at Grainger Academy, the alternative high school. This raises questions about the effectiveness and resource allocation at the alternative school. Overall, the data provides a comprehensive view of the schools in Grainger County, highlighting both areas of strength and opportunities for improvement.

Ranking:
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E Elementary M Middle H High A Alternative P Private





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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Tennessee Department of Education.

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