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#1584 of 1,786 schools in TN

Cockrill Elementary

Elementary School · Davidson County

4701 Indiana AVE, Nashville, TN 37209

Enrollment

282

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,584 of 1,786

In Nashville

#95 of 118

public schools

In district

#124 of 154

Davidson County

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Cockrill Elementary

4.3/10

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

The Academy at Old Cockrill

7.6/10

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6.8/10

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About Cockrill Elementary

Cockrill Elementary is a public elementary school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Cockrill Elementary serves approximately 282 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Cockrill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,584 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Cockrill Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.3 pts below district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency9.1% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-27.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-31.7 pts
Overall Proficiency11% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-23.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808
Chronic Absenteeism27.7%

Cockrill Elementary — Students at Cockrill Elementary score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 24.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 21.9% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
26%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
36%
ELA
30%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
44%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
8.1%
ELA
13.5%
2025
Math
12%
ELA
9.1%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Cockrill Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
4.3/10
11th percentile in TN
Academic
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.7%

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

4701 Indiana AVE, Nashville, TN 37209

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cockrill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sylvan Park Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ANN SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OVERBROOK SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
The Academy at Old Cockrill Nashville 0.1 mi 7.6
MNPS Virtual School Nashville 0.4 mi 6.8
W. A. Bass Adult Program Nashville 0.3 mi
W.A. Bass Alternative Learning Center Nashville 0.3 mi 5.9
Transitions at Bass Nashville 0.3 mi
ST ANN SCHOOL Nashville 0.4 mi 8.1
Sylvan Park Elementary Nashville 0.8 mi 9.1
Nashville Prep Nashville 0.7 mi 1.6
Moses McKissack Middle Nashville 0.8 mi 3.3
Park Avenue Elementary Nashville 0.9 mi 3.6
Nashville Big Picture High School Nashville 1.0 mi 6.7
ST CECILIA ACADEMY Nashville 1.6 mi 7.8
OVERBROOK SCHOOL Nashville 1.6 mi 5.6
Early College High School Nashville 1.6 mi 7.7
SCHRADER LANE CHILD CARE CENTER Nashville 1.7 mi
MONTGOMERY BELL ACADEMY Nashville 1.9 mi 6.3
JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville 1.8 mi 7.5
JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville 1.8 mi 7.3
Pearl-Cohn High Nashville 1.8 mi 4.1
West End Middle Nashville 2.0 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,810

Median Home Value

$495,500

Median Rent

$1,580/mo

Population

38,367

College Educated

57.3%

Homeownership

44.8%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

13.5%

Median Age

32.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cockrill Elementary

What grades does Cockrill Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Cockrill Elementary?

Cockrill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 282 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cockrill Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Cockrill Elementary is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cockrill Elementary rank in TN?

Cockrill Elementary ranks #1,584 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Cockrill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Cockrill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Cockrill Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cockrill Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cockrill Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Cockrill Elementary a Title I school?

No, Cockrill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
82 Very Walkable
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
282
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.7%

District

Davidson County
District Enrollment
80,468
Schools in District
162
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,808
District Rank
#124 of 154

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