Serving 225 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Miller Perry Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Miller Perry Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Miller Perry Elementary School's student population of 225 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
225 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Miller Perry Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miller Perry Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#138 out of 1728 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
92%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sullivan County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miller Perry Elementary School's ranking?
Miller Perry Elementary School is ranked #138 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Miller Perry Elementary School often compared to?
Miller Perry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rock Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Miller Perry Elementary School?
225 students attend Miller Perry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Miller Perry Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Miller Perry Elementary School offer ?
Miller Perry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Miller Perry Elementary School part of?
Miller Perry Elementary School is part of Sullivan County School District.
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