Serving 890 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Smith Springs Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 890 students
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smith Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Smith Springs Elementary School's student population of 890 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
890 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
50 teachers
School Rankings
Smith Springs Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith Springs Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#1225 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
42%
16%
Black
35%
20%
White
15%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smith Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Smith Springs Elementary School is ranked #1225 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Smith Springs Elementary School?
890 students attend Smith Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Smith Springs Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Smith Springs Elementary School offer ?
Smith Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smith Springs Elementary School part of?
Smith Springs Elementary School is part of Davidson County School District.
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