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Minglewood Elementary

Elementary School · Montgomery County

215 Cunningham LN, Clarksville, TN 37042

Enrollment

757

Student-Teacher

17.2:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,666 of 1,786

In Clarksville

#35 of 39

public schools

In district

#39 of 43

Montgomery County

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Minglewood Elementary

3.8/10

Elementary School in Clarksville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.2/10

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4.3/10

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About Minglewood Elementary

Minglewood Elementary is a public elementary school in Clarksville, TN, part of Montgomery County. Minglewood Elementary serves approximately 757 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Minglewood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,666 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Minglewood Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.4 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.2
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.4% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-19.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.5 pts
Overall Proficiency24% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-19.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,645
Chronic Absenteeism28.8%

Minglewood Elementary — Students at Minglewood Elementary score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 31.5% (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
28%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
46%
ELA
39%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
49%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
23%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
23%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
18%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
18%
2022
Math
26.2%
ELA
24.6%
2025
Math
19.4%
ELA
28.3%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Minglewood Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
3.8/10
7th percentile in TN
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.8%

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

215 Cunningham LN, Clarksville, TN 37042

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Minglewood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Byrns Darden Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kenwood Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Liberty Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clarksville, see our Clarksville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
New Providence Middle Clarksville 0.3 mi 4.2
Ringgold Elementary Clarksville 1.2 mi 4.3
Northwest High Clarksville 1.0 mi 4.7
Kenwood Elementary Clarksville 1.5 mi 5.7
Kenwood Middle Clarksville 1.9 mi 3.2
Kenwood High Clarksville 2.1 mi 3.4
Liberty Elementary Clarksville 2.6 mi 5.7
West Creek High Clarksville 2.8 mi 4.4
Byrns Darden Elementary Clarksville 2.6 mi 6.3
West Creek Elementary Clarksville 2.8 mi 5.6
West Creek Middle Clarksville 3.0 mi 5.5
Barkers Mill Elementary Clarksville 3.8 mi 5.2
LIVING WORLD VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Clarksville 4.0 mi
CLARKSVILLE ACADEMY Clarksville 4.0 mi 6.4
MARANTHA BAPTIST ACADEMY Oak Grove 4.6 mi 8.9
Middle College @ Austin Peay State University Clarksville 4.5 mi 7.7
Pisgah Elementary Clarksville 4.5 mi 4.1
Hazelwood Elementary Clarksville 4.7 mi 5.5
Burt Elementary Clarksville 4.5 mi 4.2
Glenellen Elementary Clarksville 4.4 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,435

Median Home Value

$220,700

Median Rent

$1,196/mo

Population

85,169

College Educated

25.9%

Homeownership

60%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

12.1%

Median Age

30.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Minglewood Elementary

What grades does Minglewood Elementary serve?

Minglewood Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Minglewood Elementary?

Minglewood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 757 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Minglewood Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Minglewood Elementary is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Minglewood Elementary rank in TN?

Minglewood Elementary ranks #1,666 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Minglewood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Minglewood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Minglewood Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Minglewood Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Minglewood Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Minglewood Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
757
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.8%

District

Montgomery County
District Enrollment
39,345
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,645
District Rank
#39 of 43

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