Excellent
#175 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 10% in state
Eakin Elementary
Elementary School · Davidson County
2500 Fairfax AVE, Nashville, TN 37212
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#175 of 1,786
In Nashville
#12 of 118
public schools
In district
#12 of 154
Davidson County
Academic performance
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Eakin Elementary
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About Eakin Elementary
Eakin Elementary is a public elementary school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Eakin Elementary serves approximately 544 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Eakin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #175 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Eakin Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.6
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Eakin Elementary — Students at Eakin Elementary score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
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: 8.2/10.
How Eakin Elementary Compares
See how Eakin 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
2500 Fairfax AVE, Nashville, TN 37212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Eakin Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Waverly-Belmont Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST BERNARD ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Carter-Lawrence Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Harris-Hillman Special Education Nashville | 0.1 mi | 4.3 |
| ST BERNARD ACADEMY Nashville | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| LINDEN WALDORF SCHOOL Nashville | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| West End Middle Nashville | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Nashville | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF NASHVILLE Nashville | 1.5 mi | — |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE - MIDTOWN Nashville | 1.5 mi | — |
| Waverly-Belmont Elementary School Nashville | 1.3 mi | 9.6 |
| Carter-Lawrence Elementary Nashville | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Head Middle Nashville | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Martin Luther King Jr School Nashville | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Park Avenue Elementary Nashville | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Rose Park Middle Nashville | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Hillsboro High Nashville | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Pearl-Cohn High Nashville | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| MONTGOMERY BELL ACADEMY Nashville | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| HERMITAGE HALL Nashville | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,461
Median Home Value
$928,500
Median Rent
$1,565/mo
Population
20,046
College Educated
77.5%
Homeownership
41.8%
Avg Commute
17.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
24.1
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alcoa Elementary Alcoa, TN | 8.5 |
| Bearden Elementary Knoxville, TN | 8.5 |
| Blue Grass Elementary Knoxville, TN | 8.5 |
| Cane Creek Elementary Cookeville, TN | 8.5 |
| Catlettsburg Elementary School Sevierville, TN | 8.5 |
| Cornerstone Elementary Baxter, TN | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Eakin Elementary
What grades does Eakin Elementary serve?
Eakin Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Eakin Elementary?
Eakin Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 544 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Eakin Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Eakin Elementary is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Eakin Elementary rank in TN?
Eakin Elementary ranks #175 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Eakin Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Eakin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Eakin Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Eakin Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Eakin Elementary a charter school?
No, Eakin Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Eakin Elementary a Title I school?
No, Eakin Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 544
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Davidson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.2%
- Phone
- (615) 298-8076
Resources & Links
District
Davidson County- District Enrollment
- 80,468
- Schools in District
- 162
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,808
- District Rank
- #12 of 154
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