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John Pittard Elementary

Elementary School · Murfreesboro

745 DeJarnett LN, Murfreesboro, TN 37130

Enrollment

834

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,154 of 1,786

In Murfreesboro

#27 of 32

public schools

In district

#12 of 13

Murfreesboro

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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John Pittard Elementary

5.8/10

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

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About John Pittard Elementary

John Pittard Elementary is a public elementary school in Murfreesboro, TN, part of Murfreesboro. John Pittard Elementary serves approximately 834 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. John Pittard Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,154 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for John Pittard Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • 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-1.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.6% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.1% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.7 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-13.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,626
Chronic Absenteeism17.1%

John Pittard Elementary — Students at John Pittard Elementary score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 36.5% (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
31%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
45%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
21%
2022
Math
36.6%
ELA
27.9%
2025
Math
36.6%
ELA
32.1%

* 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 John Pittard Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
35th percentile in TN
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.1%

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

745 DeJarnett LN, Murfreesboro, TN 37130

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John Pittard Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bradley Academy - An Arts Integrated School (rated 7.8/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Erma Siegel Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Homer Pittard Campus School (rated 7.6/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Murfreesboro, see our Murfreesboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Oakland Middle School Murfreesboro 0.2 mi 6.5
Oakland High School Murfreesboro 0.3 mi 6.8
PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Murfreesboro 0.9 mi 7.0
CEDAR GROVE SCHOOL Murfreesboro 1.6 mi 6.3
ST ROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Murfreesboro 1.7 mi 6.9
Reeves-Rogers Elementary Murfreesboro 2.2 mi 6.6
Daniel McKee Alternative School Murfreesboro 2.1 mi 5.4
MONTESSORI WEAVER SCHOOL Murfreesboro 2.0 mi
MIDDLE TENNESSEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Murfreesboro 2.0 mi 4.9
Northfield Elementary Murfreesboro 2.3 mi 7.0
Erma Siegel Elementary Murfreesboro 2.4 mi 7.6
Homer Pittard Campus School Murfreesboro 2.9 mi 7.6
Siegel Middle School Murfreesboro 2.8 mi 6.7
Central Magnet School Murfreesboro 3.1 mi 8.0
Mitchell-Neilson Elementary Murfreesboro 2.9 mi 6.4
Hobgood Elementary Murfreesboro 3.4 mi 5.0
Siegel High School Murfreesboro 2.9 mi 6.3
Bradley Academy - An Arts Integrated School Murfreesboro 3.7 mi 7.8
Holloway High School Murfreesboro 3.7 mi 6.5
GENESIS TEEN LEARNING CENTER @ RUTHERFORD COUNTY Murfreesboro 4.0 mi

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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Ketron Elementary School Kingsport, TN 5.8
Liberty Elementary Shelbyville, TN 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John Pittard Elementary

What grades does John Pittard Elementary serve?

John Pittard Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend John Pittard Elementary?

John Pittard Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 834 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John Pittard Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at John Pittard Elementary is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John Pittard Elementary rank in TN?

John Pittard Elementary ranks #1,154 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is John Pittard Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

John Pittard Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 John Pittard Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John Pittard Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is John Pittard Elementary a charter school?

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

Is John Pittard Elementary a Title I school?

No, John Pittard Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
834
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Rutherford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.1%

District

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

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