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#779 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 44% in state

Brown's Chapel Elementary School

Elementary School · Rutherford County

6128 Baker RD, Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Enrollment

841

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#779 of 1,786

In Murfreesboro

#14 of 32

public schools

In district

#19 of 50

Rutherford County

Equity

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Brown's Chapel Elementary School

6.8/10

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

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8.0/10

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6.4/10

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About Brown's Chapel Elementary School

Brown's Chapel Elementary School is a public elementary school in Murfreesboro, TN, part of Rutherford County. Brown's Chapel Elementary School serves approximately 841 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Brown's Chapel Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #779 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Brown's Chapel Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+9.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.5 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,708
Chronic Absenteeism16.8%

Brown's Chapel Elementary School — Students at Brown's Chapel Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 46.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 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
41%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
50%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
55%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
48.2%
ELA
43.4%
2025
Math
49%
ELA
45.3%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Brown's Chapel Elementary School Compares

See how Brown's Chapel Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
56th percentile in TN
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

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

6128 Baker RD, Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brown's Chapel Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Overall Creek Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 4.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Thurman Francis Arts Academy/Magnet School for the Arts (rated 8.3/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Smyrna), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stewartsboro Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Smyrna), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Murfreesboro, see our Murfreesboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Stewartsboro Elementary Smyrna 3.2 mi 8.0
Stewarts Creek High School Smyrna 2.8 mi 6.4
Stewarts Creek Middle School Smyrna 3.0 mi 7.7
Stewarts Creek Elementary School Smyrna 3.0 mi 7.8
ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Murfreesboro 3.3 mi 7.2
Smyrna High School Smyrna 4.0 mi 4.4
Blackman High School Murfreesboro 3.9 mi 5.3
Blackman Middle School Murfreesboro 4.1 mi 6.1
Rocky Fork Middle School Smyrna 4.4 mi 7.3
Thurman Francis Arts Academy/Magnet School for the Arts Smyrna 4.6 mi 8.3
Rocky Fork Elementary School Smyrna 4.5 mi 8.0
Smyrna Middle School Smyrna 4.7 mi 6.1
Smyrna West Alternative School Smyrna 4.7 mi 5.2
Smyrna Primary Smyrna 4.8 mi 4.0
David Youree Elementary Smyrna 4.8 mi 3.2
Blackman Elementary School Murfreesboro 4.5 mi 4.8
Overall Creek Elementary Murfreesboro 4.8 mi 8.8
COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Smyrna 5.0 mi 6.1
BILL RICE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Murfreesboro 4.8 mi 6.2
LANCASTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Smyrna 5.3 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,772

Median Home Value

$371,100

Median Rent

$1,597/mo

Population

60,615

College Educated

38.8%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

27.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

38.5

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Ridgeview Elementary School Gray, TN 6.8
Robert E Lee Elementary Tullahoma, TN 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brown's Chapel Elementary School

What grades does Brown's Chapel Elementary School serve?

Brown's Chapel Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Brown's Chapel Elementary School?

Brown's Chapel Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 841 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brown's Chapel Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Brown's Chapel Elementary School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brown's Chapel Elementary School rank in TN?

Brown's Chapel Elementary School ranks #779 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Brown's Chapel Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brown's Chapel Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Brown's Chapel Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brown's Chapel Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Brown's Chapel Elementary School a charter school?

No, Brown's Chapel Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brown's Chapel Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Brown's Chapel Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
841
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Rutherford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

District

Rutherford County
District Enrollment
51,595
Schools in District
51
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,708
District Rank
#19 of 50

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