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#490 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 27% in state

Harpeth Valley Elementary

Elementary School · Davidson County

7840 Learning LN, Nashville, TN 37221

Enrollment

717

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#490 of 1,786

In Nashville

#26 of 118

public schools

In district

#28 of 154

Davidson County

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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7.5/10

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About Harpeth Valley Elementary

Harpeth Valley Elementary is a public elementary school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Harpeth Valley Elementary serves approximately 717 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Harpeth Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #490 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Harpeth Valley Elementary show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.6
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57.7% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.2% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+18.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+20.4 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+25.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808
Chronic Absenteeism9.1%

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

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 63.4% (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
69%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
66.8%
ELA
66.8%
2025
Math
57.7%
ELA
61.2%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Harpeth Valley Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
73th percentile in TN
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.1%

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

7840 Learning LN, Nashville, TN 37221

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harpeth Valley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Walnut Grove Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Franklin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hunters Bend Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Franklin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Grassland Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Brentwood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.4 mi
School Distance Rating
ST MATTHEW CATHOLIC SCHOOL Franklin 1.2 mi 5.0
Bellevue Middle Nashville 2.2 mi 4.5
THE ENSWORTH SCHOOL-HS CAMPUS Nashville 2.1 mi 5.6
HOLY TRINITY MONTESSORI Nashville 2.6 mi 6.8
NASHVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Nashville 4.5 mi 5.6
Gower Elementary Nashville 5.2 mi 6.9
CHRIST PRESBYTERIAN ACADEMY Nashville 4.4 mi 6.3
AKIVA SCHOOL Nashville 4.7 mi 5.2
THE JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville 4.7 mi 5.3
Westmeade Elementary Nashville 4.9 mi 6.6
NASHVILLE INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Nashville 5.3 mi 8.5
Grassland Middle School Franklin 4.8 mi 7.0
Grassland Elementary Brentwood 5.0 mi 8.7
Walnut Grove Elementary Franklin 5.9 mi 8.9
ABINTRA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Nashville 6.1 mi 7.8
CURREY INGRAM ACADEMY Brentwood 5.6 mi 8.9
HARDING ACADEMY Nashville 6.4 mi 7.5
Hunters Bend Elementary Franklin 7.1 mi 8.8
Pegram Elementary Fine Arts Magnet School Pegram 6.7 mi 5.6
Scales Elementary Brentwood 6.4 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,083

Median Home Value

$432,900

Median Rent

$1,778/mo

Population

41,811

College Educated

62%

Homeownership

70.4%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.3%

Median Age

39.5

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East Side Elementary Elizabethton, TN 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harpeth Valley Elementary

What grades does Harpeth Valley Elementary serve?

Harpeth Valley Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Harpeth Valley Elementary?

Harpeth Valley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 717 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harpeth Valley Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Harpeth Valley Elementary is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harpeth Valley Elementary rank in TN?

Harpeth Valley Elementary ranks #490 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Harpeth Valley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Harpeth Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Harpeth Valley Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harpeth Valley Elementary has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Harpeth Valley Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Harpeth Valley Elementary a Title I school?

No, Harpeth Valley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
717
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.1%

District

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

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