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#1470 of 1,786 schools in TN

Hermitage Elementary

Elementary School · Davidson County

3800 Plantation DR, Hermitage, TN 37076

Enrollment

308

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,470 of 1,786

In Hermitage

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#104 of 154

Davidson County

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Hermitage Elementary

4.8/10

Elementary School in Hermitage · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hermitage Elementary

Hermitage Elementary is a public elementary school in Hermitage, TN, part of Davidson County. Hermitage Elementary serves approximately 308 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Hermitage Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,470 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Hermitage Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22.2% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-8.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.6 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-7.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808
Chronic Absenteeism28.2%

Hermitage Elementary — Students at Hermitage Elementary score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 34.4% (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
37%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
13.5%
ELA
20.4%
2025
Math
31%
ELA
22.2%

* 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: 3.9/10.

How Hermitage Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
4.8/10
18th percentile in TN
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

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

3800 Plantation DR, Hermitage, TN 37076

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hermitage Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stanford Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Nashville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Andrew Jackson Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Old Hickory), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dodson Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hermitage, see our Hermitage schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
DONELSON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Nashville 1.4 mi 6.9
Strive Collegiate Academy Nashville 1.4 mi 7.3
DuPont Tyler Middle Hermitage 1.3 mi 4.5
Tulip Grove Elementary Hermitage 1.4 mi 5.5
THE ACADEMY FOR G.O.D. Old Hickory 1.9 mi 5.8
Dodson Elementary Hermitage 1.9 mi 6.9
Tenn School For Blind Nashville 2.3 mi 4.8
Tennessee School for the Deaf Nashville Nashville 2.3 mi
Andrew Jackson Elementary Old Hickory 2.4 mi 8.3
Donelson Middle Nashville 2.5 mi 4.5
Hickman Elementary Nashville 2.5 mi 6.4
Two Rivers Middle Nashville 2.2 mi 4.4
McGavock High Nashville 2.6 mi 2.9
Pennington Elementary Nashville 2.6 mi 6.9
HOLY ROSARY ACADEMY Nashville 3.0 mi 6.8
Stanford Elementary Nashville 3.0 mi 8.7
DuPont Hadley Middle Old Hickory 3.7 mi 4.7
Neely's Bend Elementary Nashville 3.6 mi 6.4
The Academy at Opry Mills Nashville 3.2 mi 7.9
McGavock Elementary Nashville 3.6 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37076 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,555

Median Home Value

$348,300

Median Rent

$1,438/mo

Population

38,124

College Educated

39.9%

Homeownership

55.5%

Avg Commute

27.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

38

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hermitage Elementary

What grades does Hermitage Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Hermitage Elementary?

Hermitage Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 308 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hermitage Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Hermitage Elementary is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hermitage Elementary rank in TN?

Hermitage Elementary ranks #1,470 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Hermitage Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Hermitage Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Hermitage Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hermitage Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hermitage Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Hermitage Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
20 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

District

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

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