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Hobgood Elementary

Elementary School · Murfreesboro

307 Baird LN, Murfreesboro, TN 37130

Enrollment

623

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,421 of 1,786

In Murfreesboro

#31 of 32

public schools

In district

#13 of 13

Murfreesboro

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Hobgood Elementary

5.0/10

Elementary School in Murfreesboro · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.6/10

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8.0/10

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About Hobgood Elementary

Hobgood Elementary is a public elementary school in Murfreesboro, TN, part of Murfreesboro. Hobgood Elementary serves approximately 623 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hobgood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,421 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Hobgood Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-5.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.4 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-16.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,626
Chronic Absenteeism23.6%

Hobgood Elementary — Students at Hobgood Elementary score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 31.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 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
42%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
50%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
24%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
19%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
19%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
26.5%
ELA
22.4%
2025
Math
33.9%
ELA
28.4%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Hobgood Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
21th percentile in TN
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.6%

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

307 Baird LN, Murfreesboro, TN 37130

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hobgood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McFadden School Of Excellence (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bradley Academy - An Arts Integrated School (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Discovery School (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Murfreesboro, see our Murfreesboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Homer Pittard Campus School Murfreesboro 0.7 mi 7.6
Central Magnet School Murfreesboro 0.8 mi 8.0
Bradley Academy - An Arts Integrated School Murfreesboro 0.9 mi 7.8
Reeves-Rogers Elementary Murfreesboro 1.2 mi 6.6
Holloway High School Murfreesboro 1.0 mi 6.5
Discovery School Murfreesboro 1.4 mi 7.8
Black Fox Elementary Murfreesboro 1.7 mi 6.3
CEDAR GROVE SCHOOL Murfreesboro 1.8 mi 6.3
ST ROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Murfreesboro 1.8 mi 6.9
GENESIS TEEN LEARNING CENTER @ RUTHERFORD COUNTY Murfreesboro 1.5 mi
ICM ACADEMY Murfreesboro 1.8 mi
McFadden School Of Excellence Murfreesboro 1.9 mi 8.7
MIDDLE TENNESSEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Murfreesboro 2.3 mi 4.9
MONTESSORI WEAVER SCHOOL Murfreesboro 2.4 mi
Daniel McKee Alternative School Murfreesboro 2.3 mi 5.4
Mitchell-Neilson Elementary Murfreesboro 2.4 mi 6.4
Northfield Elementary Murfreesboro 2.9 mi 7.0
Oakland High School Murfreesboro 3.2 mi 6.8
PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Murfreesboro 3.2 mi 7.0
John Pittard Elementary Murfreesboro 3.4 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,389

Median Home Value

$347,100

Median Rent

$1,157/mo

Population

57,768

College Educated

37.5%

Homeownership

48.7%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

16.4%

Median Age

33

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hobgood Elementary

What grades does Hobgood Elementary serve?

Hobgood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Hobgood Elementary?

Hobgood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 623 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hobgood Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Hobgood Elementary is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hobgood Elementary rank in TN?

Hobgood Elementary ranks #1,421 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Hobgood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Hobgood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Hobgood Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hobgood Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hobgood Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Hobgood Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
623
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Rutherford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.6%

District

Murfreesboro
District Enrollment
9,402
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,626
District Rank
#13 of 13

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