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#170 of 1,785 schools in TN

Top 10% in state

Granbery Elementary

Elementary School · Davidson County

5501 Hill RD, Brentwood, TN 37027

Enrollment

651

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Brentwood

#1 of 14

public schools

Tennessee elementary schools

#140 of 1,002

In district

#12 of 154

Davidson County

Academic performance

9.4 / 10

Exceptional

About Granbery Elementary

Granbery Elementary is a public elementary school in Brentwood, TN, part of the Davidson County. The school serves approximately 651 students in grades Kindergarten – 4th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.1:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 90.5th percentile among TN schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 49% proficiency in math, 10 points above the state average and 53% in reading/language arts, 12 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.2/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $156,002, where 74% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+1.23 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.4Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58.3%
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.5%
Math vs. State Avg+19.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.7 pts
Overall Proficiency59%
Expected (poverty-adj.)35%
vs. Expected+24.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.2Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,421

Granbery Elementary — Students at Granbery Elementary score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.1%
School
State
39.2%
ELA Proficiency 52.5%
School
State
40.8%

Based on 7 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
55%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
46%
2025
Math
58.3%
ELA
59.5%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Granbery Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
91th percentile in TN
Academic
9.4/10
9.4/10
Growth
7.5/10
Above average
Environment
9.2/10
Above average

Location

5501 Hill RD, Brentwood, TN 37027

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Granbery Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crieve Hall Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Nashville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Haywood Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Nashville), a more accessible option. Additionally, Norman Binkley Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Nashville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brentwood, see our Brentwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
MONTESSORI ACADEMY Brentwood 1.3 mi 6.4
Crieve Hall Elementary Nashville 1.4 mi 9.0
Norman Binkley Elementary Nashville 2.1 mi 6.9
McMurray Middle Nashville 1.8 mi 4.6
ST CLEMENT COPTIC ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Nashville 1.9 mi 6.6
BENTON HALL ACADEMY Nashville 1.8 mi 7.3
Valor Voyager Academy Nashville 2.2 mi 6.5
John Overton High Nashville 2.5 mi 5.7
Valor Flagship Academy Nashville 2.3 mi 6.6
Tusculum Elementary Nashville 2.2 mi 6.9
FRANKLIN ROAD ACADEMY Nashville 2.7 mi 4.9
THE OAK HILL SCHOOL Nashville 2.6 mi 5.9
Edmondson Elementary Brentwood 3.0 mi 6.7
Croft Middle Nashville 3.0 mi 5.8
May Werthan Shayne Elementary School Nashville 2.8 mi 4.9
OTTER CREEK KINDERGARTEN & PRESCHOOL Brentwood 2.9 mi 5.0
William Henry Oliver Middle Nashville 2.9 mi 4.8
GENESIS ACADEMY Nashville 3.5 mi 6.6
Nashville Collegiate Prep Nashville 2.9 mi 4.9
Haywood Elementary Nashville 3.2 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$156,002

Median Home Value

$844,500

Median Rent

$2,141/mo

Population

61,961

College Educated

74%

Homeownership

82.7%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

3.2%

Median Age

43.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Granbery Elementary has a median household income of $156,002. It is a well-educated community where 74% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $844,500, with a median rent of $2,141/month. The local poverty rate of 3.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Alamo Elementary Alamo, TN 8.4
Andrew Jackson Elementary Old Hickory, TN 8.4
C Hal Henard Elementary Greeneville, TN 8.4
Cane Creek Elementary Cookeville, TN 8.4
Pickett County Elementary Byrdstown, TN 8.4
Pope School Jackson, TN 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Granbery Elementary

What grades does Granbery Elementary serve?

Granbery Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Granbery Elementary?

Granbery Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 651 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Granbery Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Granbery Elementary is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Granbery Elementary rank in TN?

Granbery Elementary is ranked #170 out of 1,785 schools in TN.

What is Granbery Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Granbery Elementary has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Granbery Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Granbery Elementary has 49.1% math proficiency and 52.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Granbery Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Granbery Elementary a Title I school?

No, Granbery Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (792/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Brentwood). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
651
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Davidson County
District Enrollment
80,468
Schools in District
162
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,808
District Rank
#12 of 154

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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