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#314 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 18% in state

Castle Heights Elementary

Elementary School · Lebanon

1007 Castle Heights Avenue North, Lebanon, TN 37087

Enrollment

647

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#314 of 1,786

In Lebanon

#4 of 14

public schools

In district

#4 of 7

Lebanon

Equity

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Castle Heights Elementary

8.0/10

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

Walter J. Baird Middle School

5.9/10

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8.3/10

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About Castle Heights Elementary

Castle Heights Elementary is a public elementary school in Lebanon, TN, part of Lebanon. Castle Heights Elementary serves approximately 647 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Castle Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #314 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Castle Heights Elementary show 46% 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 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.1
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.5% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+9.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.5 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+6.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,149
Chronic Absenteeism19.6%

Castle Heights Elementary — Students at Castle Heights Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 45.6% (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
30%
ELA
53%
2010
Math
39%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
31%
ELA
49%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
35.3%
ELA
41.9%
2025
Math
48.5%
ELA
51.3%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Castle Heights Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.0/10
83th percentile in TN
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.6%

Location

1007 Castle Heights Avenue North, Lebanon, TN 37087

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Castle Heights Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jones Brummett Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Rutland Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Mt. Juliet), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Coles Ferry Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lebanon, see our Lebanon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Walter J. Baird Middle School Lebanon 0.3 mi 5.9
Coles Ferry Elementary Lebanon 0.4 mi 8.3
Sam Houston Elementary Lebanon 0.7 mi 7.0
Jones Brummett Elementary School Lebanon 0.9 mi 8.9
CEDARS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Lebanon 1.2 mi 5.4
Byars Dowdy Elementary Lebanon 1.8 mi 8.1
Winfree Bryant Middle School Lebanon 2.1 mi 4.1
Lebanon High School Lebanon 2.4 mi 5.0
Carroll Oakland Elementary Lebanon 3.7 mi 6.9
Southside Elementary Lebanon 3.9 mi 6.5
Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy Lebanon 4.0 mi 7.0
Wilson Co Adult High School Lebanon 4.0 mi
Barry Tatum Academy Lebanon 4.0 mi 1.7
Tuckers Crossroads Elementary Lebanon 7.1 mi 7.0
Wilson Central High School Lebanon 8.3 mi 6.2
JESUS ONLY ACADEMY Lebanon 8.8 mi
Gladeville Elementary Gladeville 10.3 mi 8.1
Gladeville Middle School Mt. Juliet 10.6 mi 8.1
West Elementary Mt. Juliet 10.1 mi 8.3
Rutland Elementary Mt. Juliet 10.9 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37087 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,978

Median Home Value

$359,900

Median Rent

$1,134/mo

Population

55,235

College Educated

29.3%

Homeownership

70.8%

Avg Commute

28.4 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Castle Heights Elementary

What grades does Castle Heights Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Castle Heights Elementary?

Castle Heights Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 647 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Castle Heights Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Castle Heights Elementary is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Castle Heights Elementary rank in TN?

Castle Heights Elementary ranks #314 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Castle Heights Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Castle Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Castle Heights Elementary?

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

Is Castle Heights Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Castle Heights Elementary a Title I school?

No, Castle Heights Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
647
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Wilson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.6%

District

Lebanon
District Enrollment
4,373
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,149
District Rank
#4 of 7

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