Serving 435 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stanford Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stanford 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
Diversity
School Overview
Stanford Elementary School's student population of 435 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stanford Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stanford Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#189 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
21%
21%
White
59%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stanford Elementary School's ranking?
Stanford Elementary School is ranked #189 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Stanford Elementary School often compared to?
Stanford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pennington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Stanford Elementary School?
435 students attend Stanford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Stanford Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stanford Elementary School?
Stanford Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Stanford Elementary School offer ?
Stanford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stanford Elementary School part of?
Stanford Elementary School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Stanford Elementary School located?
Stanford Elementary School is located in the Donelson neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 6 other public schools located in Donelson.
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