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Very Good

#690 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 39% in state

Northfield Elementary

Elementary School · Murfreesboro

550 W Northfield BLVD, Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Enrollment

712

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#690 of 1,786

In Murfreesboro

#12 of 32

public schools

In district

#7 of 13

Murfreesboro

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Northfield Elementary

7.0/10

Elementary School in Murfreesboro · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Northfield Elementary

Northfield Elementary is a public elementary school in Murfreesboro, TN, part of Murfreesboro. Northfield Elementary serves approximately 712 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Northfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #690 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Northfield Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.4% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+6.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.2 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-2.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,626
Chronic Absenteeism13.8%

Northfield Elementary — Students at Northfield Elementary score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 48.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 32 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
34%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
58%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
44.4%
ELA
42.2%
2025
Math
45.4%
ELA
45%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Northfield Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
61th percentile in TN
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

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

550 W Northfield BLVD, Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northfield Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McFadden School Of Excellence (rated 8.7/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bradley Academy - An Arts Integrated School (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Homer Pittard Campus School (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Murfreesboro, see our Murfreesboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
MONTESSORI WEAVER SCHOOL Murfreesboro 0.5 mi
MIDDLE TENNESSEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Murfreesboro 0.7 mi 4.9
Mitchell-Neilson Elementary Murfreesboro 0.9 mi 6.4
PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Murfreesboro 1.4 mi 7.0
ST ROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Murfreesboro 1.5 mi 6.9
McFadden School Of Excellence Murfreesboro 2.3 mi 8.7
CEDAR GROVE SCHOOL Murfreesboro 1.9 mi 6.3
Central Magnet School Murfreesboro 2.2 mi 8.0
Siegel High School Murfreesboro 2.3 mi 6.3
Homer Pittard Campus School Murfreesboro 2.2 mi 7.6
Erma Siegel Elementary Murfreesboro 2.4 mi 7.6
Siegel Middle School Murfreesboro 2.4 mi 6.7
GENESIS TEEN LEARNING CENTER @ RUTHERFORD COUNTY Murfreesboro 2.6 mi
Holloway High School Murfreesboro 2.6 mi 6.5
Bradley Academy - An Arts Integrated School Murfreesboro 2.6 mi 7.8
Reeves-Rogers Elementary Murfreesboro 2.3 mi 6.6
John Pittard Elementary Murfreesboro 2.3 mi 5.8
Oakland High School Murfreesboro 2.4 mi 6.8
Oakland Middle School Murfreesboro 2.4 mi 6.5
Hobgood Elementary Murfreesboro 2.9 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,772

Median Home Value

$371,100

Median Rent

$1,597/mo

Population

60,615

College Educated

38.8%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

27.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

38.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northfield Elementary

What grades does Northfield Elementary serve?

Northfield Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Northfield Elementary?

Northfield Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 712 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northfield Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Northfield Elementary is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Northfield Elementary rank in TN?

Northfield Elementary ranks #690 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Northfield Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Northfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Northfield Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Northfield Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Northfield Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Northfield Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
712
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Rutherford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

District

Murfreesboro
District Enrollment
9,402
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,626
District Rank
#7 of 13

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