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#576 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 32% in state

Cason Lane Academy

Elementary School · Murfreesboro

Preschool Location 930 Cason Lane, Murfreesboro, TN 37128

Enrollment

869

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#576 of 1,786

In Murfreesboro

#10 of 32

public schools

In district

#6 of 13

Murfreesboro

Academic growth

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Cason Lane Academy

7.3/10

Elementary School in Murfreesboro · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Cason Lane Academy

Cason Lane Academy is a public elementary school in Murfreesboro, TN, part of Murfreesboro. Cason Lane Academy serves approximately 869 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Cason Lane Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #576 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Cason Lane Academy show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data8
Annual Change-0.34 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-0.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.5 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-12.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,626
Chronic Absenteeism15.4%

Cason Lane Academy — Students at Cason Lane Academy score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.5% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 30.7% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 18 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2016
Math
34%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
30.4%
ELA
31.6%
2025
Math
38.3%
ELA
31.3%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Cason Lane Academy Compares

See how Cason Lane Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
68th percentile in TN
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.4%

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

Preschool Location 930 Cason Lane, Murfreesboro, TN 37128

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cason Lane Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Overall Creek Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Salem Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McFadden School Of Excellence (rated 8.7/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Murfreesboro, see our Murfreesboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
BAMBINI VILLAGE MONTESSORI Murfreesboro 0.3 mi
Scales Elementary School Murfreesboro 1.0 mi 5.9
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF MURFREESBORO Murfreesboro 1.2 mi
FRANKLIN ROAD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Murfreesboro 1.6 mi 5.2
Salem Elementary School Murfreesboro 1.9 mi 8.7
Riverdale High School Murfreesboro 2.0 mi 5.8
Blackman Elementary School Murfreesboro 2.3 mi 4.8
Blackman Middle School Murfreesboro 2.7 mi 6.1
Overall Creek Elementary Murfreesboro 2.6 mi 8.8
Blackman High School Murfreesboro 3.0 mi 5.3
McFadden School Of Excellence Murfreesboro 2.8 mi 8.7
ICM ACADEMY Murfreesboro 2.7 mi
Barfield Elementary Murfreesboro 3.3 mi 6.3
GENESIS TEEN LEARNING CENTER @ RUTHERFORD COUNTY Murfreesboro 3.0 mi
Discovery School Murfreesboro 3.2 mi 7.8
Mitchell-Neilson Elementary Murfreesboro 3.7 mi 6.4
Holloway High School Murfreesboro 3.5 mi 6.5
Bradley Academy - An Arts Integrated School Murfreesboro 3.6 mi 7.8
Rockvale High School Rockvale 4.1 mi 7.8
Central Magnet School Murfreesboro 4.0 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,069

Median Home Value

$364,100

Median Rent

$1,514/mo

Population

77,016

College Educated

37.7%

Homeownership

65.4%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

32.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cason Lane Academy

What grades does Cason Lane Academy serve?

Cason Lane Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Cason Lane Academy?

Cason Lane Academy has an enrollment of approximately 869 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cason Lane Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Cason Lane Academy is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cason Lane Academy rank in TN?

Cason Lane Academy ranks #576 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Cason Lane Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Cason Lane Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Cason Lane Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cason Lane Academy has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

Is Cason Lane Academy a charter school?

No, Cason Lane Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cason Lane Academy a Title I school?

No, Cason Lane Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
869
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Rutherford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.4%

District

Murfreesboro
District Enrollment
9,402
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,626
District Rank
#6 of 13

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