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#853 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 48% in state
Napier Elementary
Elementary School · Davidson County
70 Donelson ST, Nashville, TN 37210
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#853 of 1,786
In Nashville
#47 of 118
public schools
In district
#58 of 154
Davidson County
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Napier Elementary
Napier Elementary is a public elementary school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Napier Elementary serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Napier Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #853 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Napier Elementary show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Napier Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
41% of students at Napier 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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Napier Elementary — Students at Napier Elementary score 14% 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: 8.6/10.
How Napier Elementary Compares
See how Napier Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
70 Donelson ST, Nashville, TN 37210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Napier Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lockeland Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Warner Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Explore Community School (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lead Academy Nashville | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| LEAD Cameron Nashville | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Johnson Alternative Learning Center Nashville | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| TEMPLETON ACADEMY Nashville | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Explore Community School Nashville | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| KIPP Academy Nashville Elementary School Nashville | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Fall-Hamilton Elementary Nashville | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Warner Elementary Nashville | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| STEM Prep Academy Nashville | 1.4 mi | 2.7 |
| Casa Azafran Early Learning Center Nashville | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| HERMITAGE HALL Nashville | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Nashville School Of The Arts Nashville | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| STEM Prep High School Nashville | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Rose Park Middle Nashville | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Meigs Middle Nashville | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Hume - Fogg High Nashville | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Ross Early Learning Center Nashville | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| East Nashville Magnet High School Nashville | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| East Nashville Middle Nashville | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Lockeland Elementary Nashville | 2.0 mi | 9.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,343
Median Home Value
$334,800
Median Rent
$1,250/mo
Population
17,116
College Educated
31.8%
Homeownership
26.6%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
27.1%
Median Age
32.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benton Elementary Benton, TN | 6.6 |
| Bradford Elementary Bradford, TN | 6.6 |
| Dunbar Elementary Memphis, TN | 6.6 |
| Gordonsville Elementary School Gordonsville, TN | 6.6 |
| Reeves-Rogers Elementary Murfreesboro, TN | 6.6 |
| West Carroll Elementary School Trezevant, TN | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Napier Elementary
What grades does Napier Elementary serve?
Napier Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Napier Elementary?
Napier Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Napier Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Napier 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 Napier Elementary rank in TN?
Napier Elementary ranks #853 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Napier Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Napier Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Napier Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Napier Elementary has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Napier Elementary a charter school?
No, Napier Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Napier Elementary a Title I school?
No, Napier 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
- 289
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Davidson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.8%
- Phone
- (615) 291-6400
Resources & Links
District
Davidson County- District Enrollment
- 80,468
- Schools in District
- 162
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,808
- District Rank
- #58 of 154
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