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#536 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 30% in state

Granbery Elementary

Elementary School · Davidson County

5501 Hill RD, Brentwood, TN 37027

Enrollment

651

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#536 of 1,786

In Brentwood

#12 of 14

public schools

In district

#30 of 154

Davidson County

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Granbery Elementary

7.4/10

Elementary School in Brentwood · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.4/10

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About Granbery Elementary

Granbery Elementary is a public elementary school in Brentwood, TN, part of Davidson County. Granbery Elementary serves approximately 651 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Granbery Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #536 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Granbery Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.6
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+19.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.7 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+24.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808
Chronic Absenteeism19.8%

Granbery Elementary — Students at Granbery Elementary score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 58.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 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
56%
ELA
60%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
45.8%
ELA
53.6%
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: 5.3/10.

How Granbery Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.4/10
70th percentile in TN
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.8%

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

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 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Nashville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edmondson Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Norman Binkley Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Nashville), which scores slightly higher. 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 9.3
Norman Binkley Elementary Nashville 2.1 mi 7.8
McMurray Middle Nashville 1.8 mi 4.9
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 7.7
John Overton High Nashville 2.5 mi 3.7
Valor Flagship Academy Nashville 2.3 mi 4.8
Tusculum Elementary Nashville 2.2 mi 7.6
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 8.7
Croft Middle Nashville 3.0 mi 4.5
May Werthan Shayne Elementary School Nashville 2.8 mi 7.8
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 6.2
Haywood Elementary Nashville 3.2 mi 7.2

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

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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 ranks #536 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Granbery Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Granbery Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Granbery Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Granbery Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.8%

District

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

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