Very Good
#391 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 22% in state
Norman Binkley Elementary
Elementary School · Davidson County
4700 West Longdale DR, Nashville, TN 37211
Enrollment
714
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
714
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#391 of 1,786
In Nashville
#18 of 118
public schools
In district
#20 of 154
Davidson County
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Norman Binkley Elementary
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About Norman Binkley Elementary
Norman Binkley Elementary is a public elementary school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Norman Binkley Elementary serves approximately 714 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Norman Binkley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #391 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Norman Binkley Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.6
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Norman Binkley Elementary — Students at Norman Binkley Elementary score 37% proficient, which is above 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: 8.1/10.
How Norman Binkley Elementary Compares
See how Norman Binkley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4700 West Longdale DR, Nashville, TN 37211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Norman Binkley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glendale Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Crieve Hall Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John B. Whitsitt Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Crieve Hall Elementary Nashville | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Croft Middle Nashville | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| GENESIS ACADEMY Nashville | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| John Overton High Nashville | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| FRANKLIN ROAD ACADEMY Nashville | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Valor Flagship Academy Nashville | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Valor Voyager Academy Nashville | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| THE OAK HILL SCHOOL Nashville | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Wright Middle Nashville | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| FATHER RYAN HIGH SCHOOL Nashville | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Granbery Elementary Brentwood | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| ST CLEMENT COPTIC ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Nashville | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| McMurray Middle Nashville | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Tusculum Elementary Nashville | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Glencliff High School Nashville | 2.1 mi | 2.8 |
| Aventura Community School Nashville | 2.2 mi | 3.9 |
| ST. EDWARD SCHOOL Nashville | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Glencliff Elementary Nashville | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| John B. Whitsitt Elementary Nashville | 2.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Glendale Elementary Nashville | 2.4 mi | 9.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,936
Median Home Value
$374,200
Median Rent
$1,444/mo
Population
77,117
College Educated
43%
Homeownership
47.4%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
32.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ft Sanders Education Development Center Knoxville, TN | 7.8 |
| Howard Elementary Gallatin, TN | 7.8 |
| KIPP Antioch College Prep Elementary Antioch, TN | 7.8 |
| Kenrose Elementary Brentwood, TN | 7.8 |
| Lascassas Elementary Lascassas, TN | 7.8 |
| May Werthan Shayne Elementary School Nashville, TN | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Norman Binkley Elementary
What grades does Norman Binkley Elementary serve?
Norman Binkley Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Norman Binkley Elementary?
Norman Binkley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 714 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Norman Binkley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Norman Binkley Elementary is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Norman Binkley Elementary rank in TN?
Norman Binkley Elementary ranks #391 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Norman Binkley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Norman Binkley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Norman Binkley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Norman Binkley Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Norman Binkley Elementary a charter school?
No, Norman Binkley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Norman Binkley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Norman Binkley 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
- 714
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Davidson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.9%
- Phone
- (615) 333-5037
Resources & Links
District
Davidson County- District Enrollment
- 80,468
- Schools in District
- 162
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,808
- District Rank
- #20 of 154
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