Below Average
#1536 of 1,786 schools in TN
Croft Middle
Middle School · Davidson County
482 Elysian Fields DR, Nashville, TN 37211
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,536 of 1,786
In Nashville
#91 of 118
public schools
In district
#116 of 154
Davidson County
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Croft Middle
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About Croft Middle
Croft Middle is a public middle school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Croft Middle serves approximately 467 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Croft Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,536 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Croft Middle show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- TN avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Croft Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Croft Middle — Students at Croft Middle score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 30 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.1/10.
How Croft Middle Compares
See how Croft Middle 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
482 Elysian Fields DR, Nashville, TN 37211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Croft Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Valor Voyager Academy (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wright Middle (rated 4.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, McMurray Middle (rated 4.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GENESIS ACADEMY Nashville | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Wright Middle Nashville | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Glencliff High School Nashville | 1.0 mi | 2.8 |
| Glencliff Elementary Nashville | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Norman Binkley Elementary Nashville | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Aventura Community School Nashville | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Valor Flagship Academy Nashville | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Valor Voyager Academy Nashville | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| ST. EDWARD SCHOOL Nashville | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Paragon Mills Elementary Nashville | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| John B. Whitsitt Elementary Nashville | 1.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Tusculum Elementary Nashville | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Haywood Elementary Nashville | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ST CLEMENT COPTIC ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Nashville | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| LEAD Southeast Nashville | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| McMurray Middle Nashville | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Crieve Hall Elementary Nashville | 2.0 mi | 9.3 |
| FATHER RYAN HIGH SCHOOL Nashville | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Glengarry Elementary Nashville | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| FRANKLIN ROAD ACADEMY Nashville | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,936
Median Home Value
$374,200
Median Rent
$1,444/mo
Population
77,117
College Educated
43%
Homeownership
47.4%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
32.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bellevue Middle Nashville, TN | 4.5 |
| Crestview Middle School Covington, TN | 4.5 |
| Donelson Middle Nashville, TN | 4.5 |
| DuPont Tyler Middle Hermitage, TN | 4.5 |
| Greenbrier Middle School Greenbrier, TN | 4.5 |
| Madison Middle Madison, TN | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Croft Middle
What grades does Croft Middle serve?
Croft Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Croft Middle?
Croft Middle has an enrollment of approximately 467 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Croft Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Croft Middle is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Croft Middle rank in TN?
Croft Middle ranks #1,536 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Croft Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Croft Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Croft Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Croft Middle has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Croft Middle a charter school?
No, Croft Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Croft Middle a Title I school?
No, Croft Middle is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 467
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Davidson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.3%
- Phone
- (615) 332-0217
Resources & Links
District
Davidson County- District Enrollment
- 80,468
- Schools in District
- 162
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,808
- District Rank
- #116 of 154
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