Excellent
#75 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 4% in state
Percy Priest Elementary
Elementary School · Davidson County
1700 Otter Creek RD, Nashville, TN 37215
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#75 of 1,786
In Nashville
#10 of 118
public schools
In district
#10 of 154
Davidson County
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Percy Priest Elementary
Percy Priest Elementary is a public elementary school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Percy Priest Elementary serves approximately 534 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Percy Priest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #75 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Percy Priest Elementary show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.6
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Percy Priest Elementary — Students at Percy Priest Elementary score 83% 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 Percy Priest Elementary Compares
See how Percy Priest 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
1700 Otter Creek RD, Nashville, TN 37215
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Percy Priest Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Julia Green Elementary (rated 9.8/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Glendale Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Scales Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Brentwood), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GATEWAY ACADEMY AT THE LEARNING LAB Brentwood | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| THE COVENANT SCHOOL Nashville | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| BRENTWOOD ACADEMY Brentwood | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| ST PAUL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Nashville | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| HARPETH HALL SCHOOL Nashville | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| MONTESSORI CENTRE Nashville | 2.5 mi | — |
| Julia Green Elementary Nashville | 2.8 mi | 9.8 |
| Scales Elementary Brentwood | 2.8 mi | 8.3 |
| CURREY INGRAM ACADEMY Brentwood | 2.7 mi | 8.9 |
| John Trotwood Moore Middle Nashville | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Brentwood Middle School Brentwood | 3.2 mi | 8.7 |
| CHRIST PRESBYTERIAN ACADEMY Nashville | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Hillsboro High Nashville | 3.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Brentwood High School Brentwood | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| HARDING ACADEMY Nashville | 3.3 mi | 7.5 |
| BENTON HALL ACADEMY Nashville | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
| OTTER CREEK KINDERGARTEN & PRESCHOOL Brentwood | 3.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Glendale Elementary Nashville | 3.6 mi | 9.4 |
| THE JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville | 3.4 mi | 5.3 |
| AKIVA SCHOOL Nashville | 3.4 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$151,156
Median Home Value
$959,100
Median Rent
$1,870/mo
Population
22,188
College Educated
80.6%
Homeownership
75.8%
Avg Commute
18.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
44.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Burks Elementary Monterey, TN | 9.0 |
| Clovercroft Elementary School Franklin, TN | 9.0 |
| Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School Puryear, TN | 9.0 |
| Gainesboro Elementary Gainesboro, TN | 9.0 |
| Highland Park Elementary Lenoir City, TN | 9.0 |
| Idlewild Elementary Memphis, TN | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Percy Priest Elementary
What grades does Percy Priest Elementary serve?
Percy Priest Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Percy Priest Elementary?
Percy Priest Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 534 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Percy Priest Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Percy Priest Elementary is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Percy Priest Elementary rank in TN?
Percy Priest Elementary ranks #75 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Percy Priest Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Percy Priest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Percy Priest Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Percy Priest Elementary has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Percy Priest Elementary a charter school?
No, Percy Priest Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Percy Priest Elementary a Title I school?
No, Percy Priest Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 534
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Davidson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.1%
- Phone
- (615) 298-8416
Resources & Links
District
Davidson County- District Enrollment
- 80,468
- Schools in District
- 162
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,808
- District Rank
- #10 of 154
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