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Barksdale Elementary

Elementary School · Montgomery County

1920 Madison ST, Clarksville, TN 37043

Enrollment

487

Student-Teacher

18.7:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,106 of 1,786

In Clarksville

#14 of 39

public schools

In district

#16 of 43

Montgomery County

Equity

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Barksdale Elementary

5.9/10

Elementary School in Clarksville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Spanish Immersion @ Barksdale

8.8/10

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7.0/10

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About Barksdale Elementary

Barksdale Elementary is a public elementary school in Clarksville, TN, part of Montgomery County. Barksdale Elementary serves approximately 487 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Barksdale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,106 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Barksdale Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.8% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+4.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.2 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,645
Chronic Absenteeism22.2%

Barksdale Elementary — Students at Barksdale Elementary score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 45.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 31 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
55%
ELA
56%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
60%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
78%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
45%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
45%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
46.6%
ELA
50.1%
2025
Math
43.8%
ELA
43%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Barksdale Elementary Compares

See how Barksdale Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
38th percentile in TN
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1920 Madison ST, Clarksville, TN 37043

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Barksdale Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Spanish Immersion @ Barksdale (rated 8.8/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is POWER AND GRACE PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, St. Bethlehem Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clarksville, see our Clarksville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Spanish Immersion @ Barksdale Clarksville 0.0 mi 8.8
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Clarksville 0.2 mi 7.0
LITTLE SCHOLARS MONTESSORI LLC Clarksville 0.6 mi
Clarksville High Clarksville 1.3 mi 5.4
Richview Middle Clarksville 1.5 mi 6.4
Moore Magnet Elementary Clarksville 2.1 mi 6.6
POWER AND GRACE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Clarksville 2.9 mi 7.9
Norman Smith Elementary Clarksville 2.7 mi 3.6
CMCSS Adult High School Clarksville 2.8 mi 4.6
Burt Elementary Clarksville 3.2 mi 4.2
ACADEMY FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Clarksville 3.9 mi
Middle College @ Austin Peay State University Clarksville 3.3 mi 7.7
AMARE MONTESSORI Clarksville 4.0 mi 6.4
Rossview Elementary Clarksville 3.9 mi 7.5
LITTLE COUNTRY SCHOOL HOUSE Clarksville 3.4 mi
St. Bethlehem Elementary Clarksville 4.3 mi 7.9
Rossview Middle Clarksville 4.0 mi 6.7
Rossview High Clarksville 4.0 mi 5.8
CLARKSVILLE ACADEMY Clarksville 3.8 mi 6.4
THE YOUTH ACADEMY CLARKSVILLE LLC. Clarksville 4.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,871

Median Home Value

$325,400

Median Rent

$1,208/mo

Population

57,246

College Educated

43.4%

Homeownership

70%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

35.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Barksdale Elementary

What grades does Barksdale Elementary serve?

Barksdale Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Barksdale Elementary?

Barksdale Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 487 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Barksdale Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Barksdale Elementary is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Barksdale Elementary rank in TN?

Barksdale Elementary ranks #1,106 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Barksdale Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Barksdale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Barksdale Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Barksdale Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Barksdale Elementary a charter school?

No, Barksdale Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Barksdale Elementary a Title I school?

No, Barksdale Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
54 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.2%

District

Montgomery County
District Enrollment
39,345
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,645
District Rank
#16 of 43

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