Very Good
#656 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 37% in state
Glencliff Elementary
Elementary School · Davidson County
120 Antioch PIKE, Nashville, TN 37211
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#656 of 1,786
In Nashville
#35 of 118
public schools
In district
#42 of 154
Davidson County
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Glencliff Elementary
Glencliff Elementary is a public elementary school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Glencliff Elementary serves approximately 527 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Glencliff Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #656 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Glencliff Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.6
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Glencliff Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Glencliff Elementary — Students at Glencliff Elementary score 21% proficient, which is below 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 Glencliff Elementary Compares
See how Glencliff Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
120 Antioch PIKE, Nashville, TN 37211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Glencliff Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John B. Whitsitt Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Norman Binkley Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST. EDWARD SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Glencliff High School Nashville | 0.3 mi | 2.8 |
| Wright Middle Nashville | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Aventura Community School Nashville | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Glengarry Elementary Nashville | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Croft Middle Nashville | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| GENESIS ACADEMY Nashville | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| John B. Whitsitt Elementary Nashville | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| ST. EDWARD SCHOOL Nashville | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| LEAD Southeast Nashville | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Paragon Mills Elementary Nashville | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Rocketship United Nashville | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Glenview Elementary Nashville | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Haywood Elementary Nashville | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Valor Flagship Academy Nashville | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Valor Voyager Academy Nashville | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| STEM Prep High School Nashville | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Nashville School Of The Arts Nashville | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Norman Binkley Elementary Nashville | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| STEM Prep Academy Nashville | 2.5 mi | 2.7 |
| Casa Azafran Early Learning Center Nashville | 2.4 mi | 3.2 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Centerville Elementary Centerville, TN | 7.1 |
| Community Montessori School Jackson, TN | 7.1 |
| J. Brown Elementary Columbia, TN | 7.1 |
| Jacksboro Elementary Jacksboro, TN | 7.1 |
| Maynardville Elementary Maynardville, TN | 7.1 |
| McKenzie Elementary Mckenzie, TN | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Glencliff Elementary
What grades does Glencliff Elementary serve?
Glencliff Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Glencliff Elementary?
Glencliff Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 527 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Glencliff Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Glencliff Elementary is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Glencliff Elementary rank in TN?
Glencliff Elementary ranks #656 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Glencliff Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Glencliff Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Glencliff Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Glencliff Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Glencliff Elementary a charter school?
No, Glencliff Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Glencliff Elementary a Title I school?
No, Glencliff Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 527
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Davidson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.0%
- Phone
- (615) 333-5105
Resources & Links
District
Davidson County- District Enrollment
- 80,468
- Schools in District
- 162
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,808
- District Rank
- #42 of 154
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