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Cheatham Park Elementary
Elementary School · Robertson County
301 Locust ST, Springfield, TN 37172
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,008 of 1,786
In Springfield
#4 of 11
public schools
In district
#9 of 22
Robertson County
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Cheatham Park Elementary
Elementary School in Springfield · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cheatham Park Elementary
Cheatham Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Springfield, TN, part of Robertson County. Cheatham Park Elementary serves approximately 295 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Cheatham Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,008 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Cheatham Park Elementary show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Cheatham Park Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Cheatham Park Elementary — Students at Cheatham Park Elementary score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
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: 6.0/10.
How Cheatham Park Elementary Compares
See how Cheatham Park Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
301 Locust ST, Springfield, TN 37172
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cheatham Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westside Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jo Byrns Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Cedar Hill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Greenbrier Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Greenbrier), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Innovation Academy of Robertson County Springfield | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Bransford Elementary Springfield | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Robertson Co. Virtual School Springfield | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Robertson County Phoenix Academy Springfield | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Robertson County Adult High School Springfield | 1.0 mi | — |
| Westside Elementary Springfield | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| GRACE BAPTIST ACADEMY Springfield | 1.5 mi | — |
| Springfield High School Springfield | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Crestview Elementary School Springfield | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| SOUTH HAVEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Springfield | 3.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Krisle Elementary Springfield | 3.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Coopertown Middle School Springfield | 6.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Greenbrier Elementary Greenbrier | 6.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Jo Byrns Elementary School Cedar Hill | 6.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Coopertown Elementary Springfield | 6.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Greenbrier Middle School Greenbrier | 7.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Greenbrier High School Greenbrier | 7.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Jo Byrns High School Cedar Hill | 8.6 mi | 6.0 |
| RIDGETOP ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ridgetop | 10.1 mi | — |
| Adairville Elementary School Adairville | 11.3 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37172 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,103
Median Home Value
$282,000
Median Rent
$1,132/mo
Population
31,420
College Educated
19.1%
Homeownership
69.4%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
14.1%
Median Age
39.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Black Oak Elementary Hornbeak, TN | 6.2 |
| Ida B. Wells Elementary Nashville, TN | 6.2 |
| Linden Elementary Linden, TN | 6.2 |
| Oak Grove Elementary School Cleveland, TN | 6.2 |
| Sharon School Sharon, TN | 6.2 |
| Glengarry Elementary Nashville, TN | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cheatham Park Elementary
What grades does Cheatham Park Elementary serve?
Cheatham Park Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Cheatham Park Elementary?
Cheatham Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 295 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cheatham Park Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cheatham Park Elementary is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cheatham Park Elementary rank in TN?
Cheatham Park Elementary ranks #1,008 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Cheatham Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cheatham Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Cheatham Park Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cheatham Park Elementary has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Cheatham Park Elementary a charter school?
No, Cheatham Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cheatham Park Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cheatham Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 295
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Robertson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.6%
- Phone
- (615) 384-0232
Resources & Links
District
Robertson County- District Enrollment
- 11,404
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,721
- District Rank
- #9 of 22
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