Needs Improvement
#1696 of 1,786 schools in TN
Park Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Davidson County
3703 Park AVE, Nashville, TN 37209
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,696 of 1,786
In Nashville
#105 of 118
public schools
In district
#139 of 154
Davidson County
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Park Avenue Elementary
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About Park Avenue Elementary
Park Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Park Avenue Elementary serves approximately 330 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Park Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,696 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Park Avenue Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.6
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Park Avenue 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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Park Avenue Elementary — Students at Park Avenue Elementary score 10% 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: 3.5/10.
How Park Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Park Avenue 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
3703 Park AVE, Nashville, TN 37209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Park Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sylvan Park Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ANN SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OVERBROOK SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Moses McKissack Middle Nashville | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| MNPS Virtual School Nashville | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Cockrill Elementary Nashville | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| The Academy at Old Cockrill Nashville | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Sylvan Park Elementary Nashville | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| ST ANN SCHOOL Nashville | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| West End Middle Nashville | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Pearl-Cohn High Nashville | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| W. A. Bass Adult Program Nashville | 1.2 mi | — |
| W.A. Bass Alternative Learning Center Nashville | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Transitions at Bass Nashville | 1.2 mi | — |
| SCHRADER LANE CHILD CARE CENTER Nashville | 1.5 mi | — |
| ST CECILIA ACADEMY Nashville | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| OVERBROOK SCHOOL Nashville | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| MONTGOMERY BELL ACADEMY Nashville | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Nashville Big Picture High School Nashville | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Harris-Hillman Special Education Nashville | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Head Middle Nashville | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,810
Median Home Value
$495,500
Median Rent
$1,580/mo
Population
38,367
College Educated
57.3%
Homeownership
44.8%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
32.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence Chattanooga, TN | 3.6 |
| Rural Vale Elementary Tellico Plains, TN | 3.6 |
| Calvin Donaldson Environmental Science Academy Chattanooga, TN | 3.7 |
| Georgian Hills Elementary Memphis, TN | 3.5 |
| Oakshire Elementary Memphis, TN | 3.5 |
| Keystone Elementary Memphis, TN | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Park Avenue Elementary
What grades does Park Avenue Elementary serve?
Park Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Park Avenue Elementary?
Park Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Park Avenue Elementary is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Park Avenue Elementary rank in TN?
Park Avenue Elementary ranks #1,696 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Park Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Park Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Park Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Park Avenue Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Park Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Park Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Park Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Park Avenue 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
- 330
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Davidson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.9%
- Phone
- (615) 298-8412
Resources & Links
District
Davidson County- District Enrollment
- 80,468
- Schools in District
- 162
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,808
- District Rank
- #139 of 154
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