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#18 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 1% in state

Lockeland Elementary

Elementary School · Davidson County

105 South 17th ST, Nashville, TN 37206

Enrollment

322

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

9.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#18 of 1,786

In Nashville

#4 of 118

public schools

In district

#4 of 154

Davidson County

Academic performance

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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9.4/10

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About Lockeland Elementary

Lockeland Elementary is a public elementary school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Lockeland Elementary serves approximately 322 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lockeland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #18 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Lockeland Elementary show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.8 pts above district
  • This school 9.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.6
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+1.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics10.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency89.8% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency92.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+50.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+52 pts
Overall Proficiency91% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+56.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile100th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808

Lockeland Elementary — Students at Lockeland Elementary score 91% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 79.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 79.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 28 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2022
Math
84.5%
ELA
95%
2025
Math
89.8%
ELA
92.8%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Lockeland Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
9.4/10
99th percentile in TN
Academic
10.0/10
Excellent
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

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

105 South 17th ST, Nashville, TN 37206

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lockeland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rosebank Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Warner Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville 0.5 mi 8.2
MONTESSORI EAST Nashville 0.6 mi 6.7
East Nashville Magnet High School Nashville 0.7 mi 5.9
East Nashville Middle Nashville 0.7 mi 6.1
Cora Howe School Nashville 0.9 mi 3.7
Nashville Classical East Nashville 0.9 mi 7.3
KIPP Academy Nashville Elementary School Nashville 0.9 mi 5.9
Ross Early Learning Center Nashville 0.9 mi 4.0
Hattie Cotton Elementary Nashville 1.1 mi 5.8
Explore Community School Nashville 1.0 mi 7.5
Warner Elementary Nashville 1.2 mi 7.9
Meigs Middle Nashville 1.2 mi 7.0
Rosebank Elementary Nashville 1.3 mi 9.1
Inglewood Elementary Nashville 1.7 mi 7.2
Murrell at Glenn School Nashville 1.7 mi 7.8
Ida B. Wells Elementary Nashville 1.6 mi 6.2
Stratford STEM Magnet School Nashville 1.9 mi 3.6
Napier Elementary Nashville 2.0 mi 6.6
KIPP Academy Nashville Nashville 2.1 mi 4.6
KIPP Nashville Collegiate High School Nashville 2.1 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,605

Median Home Value

$529,400

Median Rent

$1,564/mo

Population

29,368

College Educated

59.5%

Homeownership

51%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Median Age

33

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lockeland Elementary

What grades does Lockeland Elementary serve?

Lockeland Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Lockeland Elementary?

Lockeland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 322 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lockeland Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lockeland Elementary is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lockeland Elementary rank in TN?

Lockeland Elementary ranks #18 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Lockeland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lockeland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Lockeland Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lockeland Elementary has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lockeland Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Lockeland Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County

District

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

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