Excellent
#202 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 11% in state
Christiana Elementary
Elementary School · Rutherford County
4701 Shelbyville HWY, Christiana, TN 37037
Enrollment
645
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
645
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#202 of 1,786
In Christiana
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 50
Rutherford County
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Christiana Elementary
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About Christiana Elementary
Christiana Elementary is a public elementary school in Christiana, TN, part of Rutherford County. Christiana Elementary serves approximately 645 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Christiana Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #202 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Christiana Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 6.5
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Christiana Elementary — Students at Christiana Elementary score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
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: 8.3/10.
How Christiana Elementary Compares
See how Christiana 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
4701 Shelbyville HWY, Christiana, TN 37037
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Christiana Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Plainview Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 4.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Salem Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Murfreesboro), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Discovery School (rated 7.8/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Murfreesboro), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Christiana, see our Christiana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Christiana Middle School Christiana | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Barfield Elementary Murfreesboro | 4.0 mi | 6.3 |
| CEDAR HALL SCHOOL Christiana | 3.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Buchanan Elementary Murfreesboro | 4.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Plainview Elementary School Christiana | 4.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Whitworth-Buchanan Middle School Murfreesboro | 4.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Salem Elementary School Murfreesboro | 5.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Riverdale High School Murfreesboro | 5.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Black Fox Elementary Murfreesboro | 6.3 mi | 6.3 |
| ICM ACADEMY Murfreesboro | 6.7 mi | — |
| Cason Lane Academy Murfreesboro | 6.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Discovery School Murfreesboro | 6.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Scales Elementary School Murfreesboro | 6.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Rockvale High School Rockvale | 6.2 mi | 7.8 |
| BAMBINI VILLAGE MONTESSORI Murfreesboro | 7.0 mi | — |
| Rockvale Middle School Rockvale | 6.3 mi | 6.5 |
| GENESIS TEEN LEARNING CENTER @ RUTHERFORD COUNTY Murfreesboro | 7.5 mi | — |
| Rockvale Elementary Rockvale | 6.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Holloway High School Murfreesboro | 7.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Bradley Academy - An Arts Integrated School Murfreesboro | 7.6 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37037 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,458
Median Home Value
$351,000
Median Rent
$1,808/mo
Population
9,786
College Educated
32.3%
Homeownership
89.4%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Median Age
36.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hancock County Elementary Sneedville, TN | 8.4 |
| Lincoln Heights Elementary Morristown, TN | 8.4 |
| Montgomery Central Elementary Cunningham, TN | 8.4 |
| Power Center Academy Elementary School Memphis, TN | 8.4 |
| Rhea Central Elementary Dayton, TN | 8.4 |
| Sequoyah Elementary Knoxville, TN | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Christiana Elementary
What grades does Christiana Elementary serve?
Christiana Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Christiana Elementary?
Christiana Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 645 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Christiana Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Christiana Elementary is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Christiana Elementary rank in TN?
Christiana Elementary ranks #202 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Christiana Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Christiana Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Christiana Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Christiana Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Christiana Elementary a charter school?
No, Christiana Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Christiana Elementary a Title I school?
No, Christiana Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 645
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Rutherford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.0%
- Phone
- (615) 896-0614
Resources & Links
District
Rutherford County- District Enrollment
- 51,595
- Schools in District
- 51
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,708
- District Rank
- #3 of 50
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