Very Good
#380 of 1,785 schools in TN
Top 21% in state
Madison Creek Elementary
Elementary School · Sumner County
1040 Madison Creek RD, Goodlettsville, TN 37072
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Goodlettsville
#2 of 5
public schools
Tennessee elementary schools
#279 of 1,002
In district
#9 of 50
Sumner County
Equity
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Madison Creek Elementary
Madison Creek Elementary serves 547 students in grades PK through 5 in Goodlettsville's Sumner County community. This regular public school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranking among the top schools statewide at #162 out of 1,796 Tennessee elementary schools, placing it in the 91st percentile. The school's academic achievements are particularly impressive in mathematics, where 70% of students score proficient or above across grade levels, outpacing many peers throughout the state.
Reading and language arts show solid results with 62% proficiency, while science maintains steady performance at 63% proficient or above. With 38 full-time equivalent teachers serving the student body, Madison Creek maintains a favorable 14.4-to-1 student-teacher ratio that supports personalized attention in the classroom. The school draws families from a stable suburban community where the median household income reaches $72,370 and homeownership reflects long-term investment, with median home values of $298,600.
About 30% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the neighborhood maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 10.1%. Madison Creek Elementary operates within Goodlettsville's large suburban setting, providing students with both community connectivity and access to broader educational and cultural opportunities.
Score Breakdown
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Madison Creek Elementary — Students at Madison Creek Elementary score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 7 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.1/10.
How Madison Creek Elementary Compares
See how Madison Creek Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 72% (2019) to 69.3% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 55% (2019) to 69.6% (2025).
Location
1040 Madison Creek RD, Goodlettsville, TN 37072
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Madison Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Old Center Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 4.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Gateway Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Madison), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Gene W. Brown Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Hendersonville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Goodlettsville, see our Goodlettsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| METRO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Goodlettsville | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| POPE JOHN PAUL II PREPARATORY SCHOOL Hendersonville | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| RESTORING HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hendersonville | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Goodlettsville Middle Goodlettsville | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Millersville Elementary Goodlettsville | 2.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Goodlettsville Elementary Goodlettsville | 2.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Gateway Elementary Madison | 4.1 mi | 8.0 |
| HENDRESONVILLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Hendersonville | 3.7 mi | 6.4 |
| MONTESSORI TEACHER TRAINING CENTER FOR TN/NCME Hendersonville | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Merrol Hyde Magnet School Hendersonville | 3.6 mi | 6.3 |
| HENDERSONVILLE BIBLE KINDERGARTEN Hendersonville | 4.1 mi | — |
| Beech Sr High School Hendersonville | 3.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Beech Elementary Hendersonville | 3.9 mi | 7.3 |
| T. W. Hunter Middle School Hendersonville | 3.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Gene W. Brown Elementary Hendersonville | 4.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Amqui Elementary Madison | 5.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Old Center Elementary Goodlettsville | 4.9 mi | 8.1 |
| George A Whitten Elementary Hendersonville | 4.5 mi | 7.0 |
| LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY White House | 5.6 mi | 4.9 |
| FAMILY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Old Hickory | 5.6 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37072 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,514
Median Home Value
$340,900
Median Rent
$1,359/mo
Population
32,344
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
67.9%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
40.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Madison Creek Elementary has a median household income of $75,514. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $340,900, with a median rent of $1,359/month. The local poverty rate of 9.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barger Academy of Fine Arts Chattanooga, TN | 7.7 |
| Bells Elementary Bells, TN | 7.7 |
| Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences Lower Chattanooga, TN | 7.7 |
| Ethridge Elementary Ethridge, TN | 7.7 |
| Harold McCormick Elementary Elizabethton, TN | 7.7 |
| Huntsville Elementary Huntsville, TN | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Madison Creek Elementary
What grades does Madison Creek Elementary serve?
Madison Creek Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Madison Creek Elementary?
Madison Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 547 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Madison Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Madison Creek Elementary is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Madison Creek Elementary rank in TN?
Madison Creek Elementary is ranked #380 out of 1,785 schools in TN.
What is Madison Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Madison Creek Elementary has a composite rating of 7.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Madison Creek Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Madison Creek Elementary has 69.8% math proficiency and 62.2% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Madison Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Madison Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Madison Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Madison Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 547
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sumner County
- Phone
- (615) 859-4991
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Sumner County- District Enrollment
- 30,661
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,191
- District Rank
- #9 of 50
Other Schools in This District
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