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#461 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 26% in state

Erma Siegel Elementary

Elementary School · Murfreesboro

135 W Thompson LN, Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Enrollment

856

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#461 of 1,786

In Murfreesboro

#7 of 32

public schools

In district

#5 of 13

Murfreesboro

Equity

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Erma Siegel Elementary

7.6/10

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

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6.7/10

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6.3/10

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About Erma Siegel Elementary

Erma Siegel Elementary is a public elementary school in Murfreesboro, TN, part of Murfreesboro. Erma Siegel Elementary serves approximately 856 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Erma Siegel Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #461 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Erma Siegel Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58.7% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.2% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+19.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.4 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+9.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,626
Chronic Absenteeism6.9%

Erma Siegel Elementary — Students at Erma Siegel Elementary score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 62.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 56.0% (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
53%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
68%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
56%
ELA
48%
2021*
Math
56%
ELA
48%
2022
Math
61.8%
ELA
55.7%
2025
Math
58.7%
ELA
55.2%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Erma Siegel Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
74th percentile in TN
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.9%

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

135 W Thompson LN, Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Erma Siegel Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McFadden School Of Excellence (rated 8.7/10, 4.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bradley Academy - An Arts Integrated School (rated 7.8/10, 4.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Homer Pittard Campus School (rated 7.6/10, 4.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Murfreesboro, see our Murfreesboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Siegel Middle School Murfreesboro 0.4 mi 6.7
Siegel High School Murfreesboro 0.7 mi 6.3
PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Murfreesboro 1.9 mi 7.0
Northfield Elementary Murfreesboro 2.4 mi 7.0
MONTESSORI WEAVER SCHOOL Murfreesboro 2.6 mi
John Pittard Elementary Murfreesboro 2.4 mi 5.8
MIDDLE TENNESSEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Murfreesboro 2.8 mi 4.9
Oakland Middle School Murfreesboro 2.5 mi 6.5
Walter Hill Elementary Murfreesboro 3.1 mi 6.2
Oakland High School Murfreesboro 2.8 mi 6.8
Mitchell-Neilson Elementary Murfreesboro 3.3 mi 6.4
ST ROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Murfreesboro 3.3 mi 6.9
CEDAR GROVE SCHOOL Murfreesboro 3.4 mi 6.3
Reeves-Rogers Elementary Murfreesboro 4.1 mi 6.6
Homer Pittard Campus School Murfreesboro 4.3 mi 7.6
Central Magnet School Murfreesboro 4.4 mi 8.0
McFadden School Of Excellence Murfreesboro 4.6 mi 8.7
Holloway High School Murfreesboro 4.9 mi 6.5
Bradley Academy - An Arts Integrated School Murfreesboro 4.9 mi 7.8
Daniel McKee Alternative School Murfreesboro 4.4 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,772

Median Home Value

$371,100

Median Rent

$1,597/mo

Population

60,615

College Educated

38.8%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

27.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

38.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Erma Siegel Elementary

What grades does Erma Siegel Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Erma Siegel Elementary?

Erma Siegel Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 856 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Erma Siegel Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Erma Siegel Elementary is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Erma Siegel Elementary rank in TN?

Erma Siegel Elementary ranks #461 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Erma Siegel Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Erma Siegel Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Erma Siegel Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Erma Siegel Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Erma Siegel Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Erma Siegel Elementary a Title I school?

No, Erma Siegel Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
856
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Rutherford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.9%

District

Murfreesboro
District Enrollment
9,402
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,626
District Rank
#5 of 13

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