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Holston Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 333 students

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5 stars

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Posted October 7, 2010

This school affords all children to have an equal learning opportunity. The teachers at this school address each child's individual needs. Their our programs for special needs as well as gifted. We are fortunate to be a part of this community
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 21, 2010

Holston is a great school! Children are treated with respect. They learn how to be a good friend and part of a community as well as excelling academically. I enjoy working there, and enjoy my students!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 21, 2009

I LOVE this school. The teachers and staff all care about the students. They are willing to go above and beyond for the students and the parents. The teachers as over worked as they are, never let it show, they give each student the time and attention that they need.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 1, 2009

I love the curriculum taught at Holston, it is the reason my husband agreed to come home. He also went to Holston and I went to a school in Oregon. I felt that my children needed an amazing education so we moved for them and their minds.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 27, 2009

My child loves it and the teachers care about my child..
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 25, 2009

I have found that the teachers and staff truly care about our children.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 21, 2009

The teachers are always ready to help my child in learning at his full potential.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 21, 2009

I think that Holston is a fantastic way to start a childs education. The teachers care so much about the children and start them on the right path.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 20, 2009

Holston has a great teaching staff. The principal is very supportive and truly cares about the children,as well as the staff. Parents are very supportive and eager to help. Students come first at Holston!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 18, 2009

Holston Elementary has staff and faculty that really care about the students.


Posted September 17, 2009

Holston Elementary is a wonderful place to teach. The faculty and students are exceptional to work with.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted September 16, 2009

Holston Elementary focuses on making sure the children come first! There are many creative teachers that will go the extra mile for their families! We have the best faculty and students! Check out our Family Math Night on October 20th.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 15, 2009

Dedicated staff and willingness to try new things. Education of the children comes first.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 15, 2009

Wonderful,loving,dedicated teachers! Great kids!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 15, 2009

Professional, courteous, caring teachers and staff! My boys love Holston!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 15, 2009

I love how the staff is involved with the children. They follow them all the way through even after they move on from elementary school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 15, 2009

The staff is dedicated and caring.


Posted September 14, 2009

The staff, parents, AND community form an unbeatable combination that produce learners that are prepared for allof llife's challenges.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 14, 2009

Holston Elementary School has the best teachers! My 3 kids haven't had a teacher yet that I didn't believe truly cared about each and every student in the room.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 14, 2009

This is an awesome school. The Principle is friendly courteous and great with students, teachers and parents. The teachers are remarkable. They are highly skilled and genuinely care about your child's education and well-being. They treat the children with respect and adoration. Communication with parents is excellent. It's obvious that they love what they do. The athletics programs are top notch. The school itself is perched high up on a hill with an amazing view of the rolling hills and valley below and the mountains in the distance. We are very fortunate to be able to have our children attend a school the caliber of Holston Elementary.
—Submitted by a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 55% in 2012.

56 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
74%
Reading/Language Arts

The state average for Reading/Language Arts was 46% in 2012.

56 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
65%

2010

 
 
70%
Science

The state average for Science was 67% in 2012.

56 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
93%

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
89%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 43% in 2012.

42 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
67%

2011

 
 
39%

2010

 
 
33%
Reading/Language Arts

The state average for Reading/Language Arts was 48% in 2012.

42 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
67%

2010

 
 
58%
Science

The state average for Science was 54% in 2012.

42 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
83%

2011

 
 
50%

2010

 
 
64%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 54% in 2012.

58 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
57%

2011

 
 
64%

2010

 
 
38%
Reading/Language Arts

The state average for Reading/Language Arts was 57% in 2012.

58 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
64%

2011

 
 
54%

2010

 
 
44%
Science

The state average for Science was 60% in 2012.

58 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
71%

2010

 
 
64%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

All Students84%
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
White83%
Economically disadvantaged75%
Students with disabilities73%

Reading/Language Arts

All Students75%
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
White79%
Economically disadvantaged68%
Students with disabilities46%

Science

All Students93%
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
White93%
Economically disadvantaged86%
Students with disabilities82%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

All Students67%
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
White67%
Economically disadvantaged53%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Reading/Language Arts

All Students71%
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
White71%
Economically disadvantaged63%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Science

All Students83%
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
White83%
Economically disadvantaged68%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

All Students57%
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
White57%
Economically disadvantaged42%
Students with disabilities27%

Reading/Language Arts

All Students64%
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
White64%
Economically disadvantaged47%
Students with disabilities47%

Science

All Students71%
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
White71%
Economically disadvantaged63%
Students with disabilities60%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 99% 68%
Hispanic 1% 5%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Asian/Pacific Islander 0% 2%
Black 0% 25%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 53%N/A50%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 13N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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2348 Hwy 75
Blountville, TN 37617
Phone: (423) 354-1550

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