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#819 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 46% in state
Old Center Elementary
Elementary School · Davidson County
1245 Dickerson Pike South, Goodlettsville, TN 37072
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#819 of 1,786
In Goodlettsville
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#53 of 154
Davidson County
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Old Center Elementary
Elementary School in Goodlettsville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Old Center Elementary
Old Center Elementary is a public elementary school in Goodlettsville, TN, part of Davidson County. Old Center Elementary serves approximately 351 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Old Center Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #819 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Old Center Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Old Center Elementary — Students at Old Center Elementary score 40% 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: 5.4/10.
How Old Center Elementary Compares
See how Old Center Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1245 Dickerson Pike South, Goodlettsville, TN 37072
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Old Center Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOSEPH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gateway Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Smithson Craighead Academy (rated 7.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Madison), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Goodlettsville, see our Goodlettsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hunters Lane High Nashville | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Gateway Elementary Madison | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| THE EDISON SCHOOL Madison | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| THE EDISON SCHOOL Madison | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Bellshire Elementary Nashville | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Stratton Elementary Madison | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Goodlettsville Elementary Goodlettsville | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Madison Middle Madison | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Chadwell Elementary Madison | 2.4 mi | 3.2 |
| JONATHAN EDWARDS CLASSICAL ACADEMY Whites Creek | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| JONATHAN EDWARDS CLASSICAL ACADEMY Whites Creek | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Goodlettsville Middle Goodlettsville | 2.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Amqui Elementary Madison | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| GOODPASTURE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madison | 2.9 mi | 7.2 |
| METRO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Goodlettsville | 3.1 mi | 5.9 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Madison | 3.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Smithson Craighead Academy Madison | 3.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Maplewood High Nashville | 4.1 mi | 2.7 |
| RePublic High School Nashville | 4.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Isaac Litton Middle Nashville | 4.5 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37072 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,514
Median Home Value
$340,900
Median Rent
$1,359/mo
Population
32,344
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
67.9%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
40.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Allardt Elementary Allardt, TN | 6.7 |
| Anderson Elementary Bristol, TN | 6.7 |
| Bridgeport Elementary Newport, TN | 6.7 |
| C Hal Henard Elementary Greeneville, TN | 6.7 |
| Collinwood Elementary Collinwood, TN | 6.7 |
| Ellen Myers Primary Harrogate, TN | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Old Center Elementary
What grades does Old Center Elementary serve?
Old Center Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Old Center Elementary?
Old Center Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 351 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Old Center Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Old Center Elementary is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Old Center Elementary rank in TN?
Old Center Elementary ranks #819 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Old Center Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Old Center Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Old Center Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Old Center Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Old Center Elementary a charter school?
No, Old Center Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Old Center Elementary a Title I school?
No, Old Center 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
- 351
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Davidson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.5%
- Phone
- (615) 859-8968
Resources & Links
District
Davidson County- District Enrollment
- 80,468
- Schools in District
- 162
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,808
- District Rank
- #53 of 154
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