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#307 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 17% in state

Johnson Elementary

Elementary School · Franklin SSD

815 Glass LN, Franklin, TN 37064

Enrollment

278

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#307 of 1,786

In Franklin

#17 of 25

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

Franklin SSD

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Johnson Elementary

8.0/10

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

Freedom Intermediate

9.1/10

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6.6/10

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About Johnson Elementary

Johnson Elementary is a public elementary school in Franklin, TN, part of Franklin SSD. Johnson Elementary serves approximately 278 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Johnson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #307 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Johnson Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.1
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+10.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.6 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,909
Chronic Absenteeism9%

Johnson Elementary — Students at Johnson Elementary score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 50.9% (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
47%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
39.5%
ELA
44.5%
2025
Math
50%
ELA
54.4%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Johnson Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.0/10
83th percentile in TN
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

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

815 Glass LN, Franklin, TN 37064

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Johnson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Franklin Elementary (rated 9.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Winstead Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Walnut Grove Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Franklin, see our Franklin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Freedom Intermediate Franklin 0.2 mi 9.1
TRINITAS CLASSICAL ACADEMY Franklin 0.4 mi 6.6
Vanguard Virtual High School Franklin 0.7 mi 6.1
Freedom Middle School Franklin 0.7 mi 8.2
Poplar Grove 5-8 Franklin 0.8 mi 5.5
Franklin High School Franklin 0.9 mi 7.6
Poplar Grove K-4 Franklin 0.8 mi 6.7
Renaissance High School Franklin 0.9 mi 9.0
Franklin Elementary Franklin 1.1 mi 9.8
NEW HOPE ACADEMY Franklin 1.1 mi 7.6
Liberty Elementary Franklin 1.7 mi 8.1
FRANKLIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Franklin 1.7 mi 7.1
Hunters Bend Elementary Franklin 2.4 mi 8.8
Pearre Creek Elementary School Franklin 2.2 mi 8.1
Winstead Elementary School Franklin 3.0 mi 8.9
Moore Elementary Franklin 2.9 mi 8.0
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF COOL SPRINGS Franklin 2.7 mi
HIGH HOPES DEVELOPMENT CENTER Franklin 3.0 mi
Walnut Grove Elementary Franklin 3.6 mi 8.9
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FRANKLIN Franklin 3.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37064 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$121,492

Median Home Value

$664,000

Median Rent

$1,810/mo

Population

66,641

College Educated

58.6%

Homeownership

78%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

40.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Johnson Elementary

What grades does Johnson Elementary serve?

Johnson Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Johnson Elementary?

Johnson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 278 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Johnson Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Johnson Elementary is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Johnson Elementary rank in TN?

Johnson Elementary ranks #307 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Johnson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Johnson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Johnson Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Johnson Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Johnson Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Johnson Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Williamson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

District

Franklin SSD
District Enrollment
3,152
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,909
District Rank
#5 of 8

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