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#1354 of 1,786 schools in TN
Mcgavock Elementary
Elementary School · Davidson County
275 McGavock PIKE, Nashville, TN 37214
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,354 of 1,786
In Nashville
#75 of 118
public schools
In district
#94 of 154
Davidson County
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Mcgavock Elementary
Mcgavock Elementary is a public elementary school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Mcgavock Elementary serves approximately 263 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Mcgavock Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,354 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Mcgavock Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Mcgavock Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Mcgavock Elementary — Students at Mcgavock Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 29 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: 4.5/10.
How Mcgavock Elementary Compares
See how Mcgavock Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
275 McGavock PIKE, Nashville, TN 37214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mcgavock Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rosebank Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stanford Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Inglewood Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY ROSARY ACADEMY Nashville | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Stanford Elementary Nashville | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Hickman Elementary Nashville | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Donelson Middle Nashville | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| McGavock High Nashville | 1.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Tenn School For Blind Nashville | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Tennessee School for the Deaf Nashville Nashville | 1.6 mi | — |
| Two Rivers Middle Nashville | 2.4 mi | 4.4 |
| DONELSON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Nashville | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Strive Collegiate Academy Nashville | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Glenview Elementary Nashville | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Margaret Allen Middle Nashville | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| The Academy at Opry Mills Nashville | 2.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Pennington Elementary Nashville | 3.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Rosebank Elementary Nashville | 2.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Rocketship United Nashville | 3.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Stratford STEM Magnet School Nashville | 3.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Glengarry Elementary Nashville | 3.7 mi | 6.3 |
| MONTESSORI EAST Nashville | 3.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Inglewood Elementary Nashville | 3.6 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,969
Median Home Value
$315,000
Median Rent
$1,567/mo
Population
30,547
College Educated
45.7%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
37.8
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| Bel Aire Elementary Tullahoma, TN | 5.2 |
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| Larose Elementary Memphis, TN | 5.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mcgavock Elementary
What grades does Mcgavock Elementary serve?
Mcgavock Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mcgavock Elementary?
Mcgavock Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mcgavock Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mcgavock Elementary is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mcgavock Elementary rank in TN?
Mcgavock Elementary ranks #1,354 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Mcgavock Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mcgavock Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Mcgavock Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mcgavock Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mcgavock Elementary a charter school?
No, Mcgavock Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mcgavock Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mcgavock Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 263
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Davidson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.9%
- Phone
- (615) 885-8912
Resources & Links
District
Davidson County- District Enrollment
- 80,468
- Schools in District
- 162
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,808
- District Rank
- #94 of 154
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