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#215 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 12% in state

Coles Ferry Elementary

Elementary School · Lebanon

511 Coles Ferry PIKE, Lebanon, TN 37087

Enrollment

547

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#215 of 1,786

In Lebanon

#2 of 14

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

Lebanon

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Coles Ferry Elementary

8.3/10

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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8.0/10

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About Coles Ferry Elementary

Coles Ferry Elementary is a public elementary school in Lebanon, TN, part of Lebanon. Coles Ferry Elementary serves approximately 547 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Coles Ferry Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #215 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Coles Ferry Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.1
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+5.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.5 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,149
Chronic Absenteeism15%

Coles Ferry Elementary — Students at Coles Ferry 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 43.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 43.6% (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
45%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
39%
ELA
46%
2011
Math
35%
ELA
55%
2012
Math
33%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
43.7%
ELA
40.5%
2025
Math
44.9%
ELA
54.3%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Coles Ferry Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
88th percentile in TN
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
6.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

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

511 Coles Ferry PIKE, Lebanon, TN 37087

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Coles Ferry Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jones Brummett Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is West Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Mt. Juliet), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Byars Dowdy Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lebanon, see our Lebanon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Walter J. Baird Middle School Lebanon 0.2 mi 5.9
Castle Heights Elementary Lebanon 0.4 mi 8.0
Sam Houston Elementary Lebanon 0.7 mi 7.0
CEDARS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Lebanon 0.8 mi 5.4
Jones Brummett Elementary School Lebanon 1.3 mi 8.9
Byars Dowdy Elementary Lebanon 1.6 mi 8.1
Winfree Bryant Middle School Lebanon 1.9 mi 4.1
Lebanon High School Lebanon 2.3 mi 5.0
Southside Elementary Lebanon 3.5 mi 6.5
Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy Lebanon 3.6 mi 7.0
Wilson Co Adult High School Lebanon 3.6 mi
Barry Tatum Academy Lebanon 3.7 mi 1.7
Carroll Oakland Elementary Lebanon 4.0 mi 6.9
Tuckers Crossroads Elementary Lebanon 6.9 mi 7.0
Wilson Central High School Lebanon 8.1 mi 6.2
JESUS ONLY ACADEMY Lebanon 9.3 mi
Gladeville Elementary Gladeville 10.1 mi 8.1
Gladeville Middle School Mt. Juliet 10.4 mi 8.1
West Elementary Mt. Juliet 10.3 mi 8.3
Watertown Elementary Watertown 11.7 mi 7.9

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 Coles Ferry Elementary

What grades does Coles Ferry Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Coles Ferry Elementary?

Coles Ferry Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 547 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Coles Ferry Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Coles Ferry Elementary is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Coles Ferry Elementary rank in TN?

Coles Ferry Elementary ranks #215 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Coles Ferry Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Coles Ferry Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Coles Ferry Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Coles Ferry Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Coles Ferry Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Coles Ferry Elementary a Title I school?

No, Coles Ferry Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Wilson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

District

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

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