Below Average
#1586 of 1,786 schools in TN
A. Z. Kelley Elementary
Elementary School · Davidson County
5834 Pettus RD, Antioch, TN 37013
Enrollment
683
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
683
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,586 of 1,786
In Antioch
#17 of 21
public schools
In district
#126 of 154
Davidson County
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A. Z. Kelley Elementary
Elementary School in Antioch · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About A. Z. Kelley Elementary
A. Z. Kelley Elementary is a public elementary school in Antioch, TN, part of Davidson County.
A. Z. Kelley Elementary serves approximately 683 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio.
A. Z. Kelley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,586 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for A. Z. Kelley Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.6
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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A. Z. Kelley Elementary — Students at A. Z. Kelley Elementary score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.4/10.
How A. Z. Kelley Elementary Compares
See how A. Z. Kelley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5834 Pettus RD, Antioch, TN 37013
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A. Z. Kelley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KIPP Antioch College Prep Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is May Werthan Shayne Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Nashville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Eagle View Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Antioch, see our Antioch schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Thurgood Marshall Middle Antioch | 0.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Henry C. Maxwell Elementary Antioch | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| KA @ The Crossings Antioch | 1.8 mi | — |
| Rocketship Dream Community Prep Antioch | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| The Academy at Hickory Hollow Antioch | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School Antioch | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Antioch | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Eagle View Elementary School Antioch | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Antioch Middle Antioch | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Cane Ridge High School Antioch | 2.2 mi | 2.8 |
| Cambridge Early Learning Center Antioch | 2.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Apollo Middle Antioch | 3.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Cane Ridge Elementary Antioch | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| J. E. Moss Elementary Antioch | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Nashville Collegiate Prep Nashville | 2.8 mi | 6.2 |
| William Henry Oliver Middle Nashville | 3.0 mi | 4.8 |
| KIPP Antioch College Prep Elementary Antioch | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| KIPP Antioch College Prep Middle Antioch | 3.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Cole Elementary Antioch | 3.3 mi | 5.5 |
| May Werthan Shayne Elementary School Nashville | 3.1 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37013 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,233
Median Home Value
$294,000
Median Rent
$1,450/mo
Population
102,055
College Educated
29.8%
Homeownership
54.3%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
32.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Inskip Elementary Knoxville, TN | 4.3 |
| Pigeon Forge Primary Sevierville, TN | 4.3 |
| Ringgold Elementary Clarksville, TN | 4.3 |
| R Howell Elementary Columbia, TN | 4.2 |
| Decherd Elementary Decherd, TN | 4.4 |
| East End Preparatory School Nashville, TN | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A. Z. Kelley Elementary
What grades does A. Z. Kelley Elementary serve?
A. Z. Kelley Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend A. Z. Kelley Elementary?
A. Z. Kelley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 683 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A. Z. Kelley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at A. Z. Kelley Elementary is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A. Z. Kelley Elementary rank in TN?
A. Z. Kelley Elementary ranks #1,586 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is A. Z. Kelley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
A. Z. Kelley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A. Z. Kelley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, A. Z. Kelley Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is A. Z. Kelley Elementary a charter school?
No, A. Z. Kelley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A. Z. Kelley Elementary a Title I school?
No, A. Z. Kelley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 683
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Davidson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.3%
- Phone
- (615) 941-7535
Resources & Links
District
Davidson County- District Enrollment
- 80,468
- Schools in District
- 162
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,808
- District Rank
- #126 of 154
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