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Henry C. Maxwell Elementary

Elementary School · Davidson County

5535 Blue Hole RD, Antioch, TN 37013

Enrollment

544

Student-Teacher

18.8:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,391 of 1,786

In Antioch

#12 of 21

public schools

In district

#97 of 154

Davidson County

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Henry C. Maxwell Elementary

5.1/10

Elementary School in Antioch · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.5/10

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About Henry C. Maxwell Elementary

Henry C. Maxwell Elementary is a public elementary school in Antioch, TN, part of Davidson County. Henry C.

Maxwell Elementary serves approximately 544 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Henry C. Maxwell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,391 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Henry C. Maxwell Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.5% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-14.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.4 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-12.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808
Chronic Absenteeism25.6%

Henry C. Maxwell Elementary — Students at Henry C. Maxwell Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 28.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 26.3% (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
30%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
40%
ELA
33%
2011
Math
34%
ELA
40%
2012
Math
33%
ELA
39%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
20%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
21%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
16.6%
ELA
18.8%
2025
Math
24.5%
ELA
20.4%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Henry C. Maxwell Elementary Compares

See how Henry C. Maxwell Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
22th percentile in TN
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
5.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.6%

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

5535 Blue Hole RD, Antioch, TN 37013

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Henry C. Maxwell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. May Werthan Shayne Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Nashville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tusculum Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Nashville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Eagle View Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Antioch, see our Antioch schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Thurgood Marshall Middle Antioch 0.9 mi 4.5
A. Z. Kelley Elementary Antioch 1.1 mi 4.3
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Antioch 1.4 mi 7.3
Antioch Middle Antioch 1.7 mi 4.9
The Academy at Hickory Hollow Antioch 1.6 mi 7.4
KA @ The Crossings Antioch 1.7 mi
Nashville Collegiate Prep Nashville 1.8 mi 6.2
Rocketship Dream Community Prep Antioch 1.9 mi 5.8
Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School Antioch 2.1 mi 4.5
Cole Elementary Antioch 2.3 mi 5.5
J. E. Moss Elementary Antioch 2.5 mi 6.0
Apollo Middle Antioch 2.5 mi 3.9
Eagle View Elementary School Antioch 2.3 mi 7.4
William Henry Oliver Middle Nashville 2.3 mi 4.8
May Werthan Shayne Elementary School Nashville 2.3 mi 7.8
Cambridge Early Learning Center Antioch 2.8 mi 3.7
Cane Ridge High School Antioch 3.0 mi 2.8
Haywood Elementary Nashville 3.6 mi 7.2
Tusculum Elementary Nashville 3.4 mi 7.6
McMurray Middle Nashville 3.3 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37013 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,233

Median Home Value

$294,000

Median Rent

$1,450/mo

Population

102,055

College Educated

29.8%

Homeownership

54.3%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

32.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Henry C. Maxwell Elementary

What grades does Henry C. Maxwell Elementary serve?

Henry C. Maxwell Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Henry C. Maxwell Elementary?

Henry C. Maxwell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 544 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Henry C. Maxwell Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Henry C. Maxwell Elementary is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Henry C. Maxwell Elementary rank in TN?

Henry C. Maxwell Elementary ranks #1,391 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Henry C. Maxwell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Henry C. Maxwell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Henry C. Maxwell Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Henry C. Maxwell Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Henry C. Maxwell Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Henry C. Maxwell Elementary a Title I school?

No, Henry C. Maxwell Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
1 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.6%

District

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

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