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Cole Elementary

Elementary School · Davidson County

5060 Colemont DR, Antioch, TN 37013

Enrollment

840

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Antioch

#12 of 21

public schools

Tennessee elementary schools

#718 of 1,002

In district

#100 of 154

Davidson County

School environment

9.1 / 10

Exceptional

About Cole Elementary

Cole Elementary serves preschool through fifth-grade students in Antioch, a large city neighborhood in Davidson County. The school enrolls 840 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.3:1, supported by 55 full-time equivalent teachers. Academically, Cole Elementary is working toward improvement, with recent performance data showing room for growth.

In English language arts, 17% of students scored proficient or above, while math proficiency was at 18% and science at 19%. The school holds a MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks at the 25th percentile among Tennessee schools. These metrics reflect an opportunity for the school community to focus on strengthening student outcomes across core subjects.

Cole Elementary is situated in an urban setting within Davidson County's Antioch area.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.04 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.3%
Reading/ELA Proficiency21.7%
Math vs. State Avg-16.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.1 pts
Overall Proficiency22%
Expected (poverty-adj.)35%
vs. Expected-12.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.1Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,421

Cole Elementary — Students at Cole Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 17.8%
School
State
39.2%
ELA Proficiency 16.9%
School
State
40.8%

Based on 7 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
27%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
8%
2025
Math
22.3%
ELA
21.7%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Cole Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
32th percentile in TN
Academic
4.0/10
4.0/10
Growth
5.0/10
Above average
Environment
9.1/10
Above average

Location

5060 Colemont DR, Antioch, TN 37013

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cole Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Haywood Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Nashville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tusculum Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Nashville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST CLEMENT COPTIC ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Nashville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Antioch, see our Antioch schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Nashville Collegiate Prep Nashville 0.9 mi 4.9
Haywood Elementary Nashville 1.2 mi 7.3
Tusculum Elementary Nashville 1.2 mi 6.9
ST CLEMENT COPTIC ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Nashville 1.4 mi 6.6
McMurray Middle Nashville 1.4 mi 4.6
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Antioch 1.5 mi 7.3
Antioch Middle Antioch 1.5 mi 5.7
Valor Voyager Academy Nashville 1.7 mi 6.5
Valor Flagship Academy Nashville 1.7 mi 6.6
J. E. Moss Elementary Antioch 1.7 mi 4.2
Paragon Mills Elementary Nashville 2.1 mi 4.7
LEAD Southeast Nashville 2.4 mi 5.7
Apollo Middle Antioch 2.0 mi 4.7
Henry C. Maxwell Elementary Antioch 2.3 mi 4.3
May Werthan Shayne Elementary School Nashville 2.7 mi 4.9
William Henry Oliver Middle Nashville 2.7 mi 4.8
The Academy at Hickory Hollow Antioch 2.4 mi 7.4
Croft Middle Nashville 2.9 mi 5.8
KA @ The Crossings Antioch 2.7 mi
Glencliff Elementary Nashville 3.3 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37013 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,233

Median Home Value

$294,000

Median Rent

$1,450/mo

Population

102,055

College Educated

29.8%

Homeownership

54.3%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

32.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding Cole Elementary has a median household income of $72,233. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $294,000, with a median rent of $1,450/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.3%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Blackman Elementary School Murfreesboro, TN 5.5
Bowers Elementary Harriman, TN 5.5
Chapel Hill Elementary Chapel Hill, TN 5.5
Dogwood Elementary Knoxville, TN 5.5
Rivercrest Elementary Bartlett, TN 5.5
Sequoyah Elementary Knoxville, TN 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cole Elementary

What grades does Cole Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Cole Elementary?

Cole Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 840 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cole Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Cole Elementary is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cole Elementary rank in TN?

Cole Elementary is ranked #1210 out of 1,785 schools in TN.

What is Cole Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Cole Elementary has a composite rating of 5.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cole Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Cole Elementary has 17.8% math proficiency and 16.9% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Cole Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Cole Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
840
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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