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#1158 of 1,786 schools in TN
Robert Churchwell Elementary
Elementary School · Davidson County
1625 Dr. D. B. Todd Jr. BLVD, Nashville, TN 37208
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,158 of 1,786
In Nashville
#68 of 118
public schools
In district
#83 of 154
Davidson County
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Robert Churchwell Elementary
Robert Churchwell Elementary is a public elementary school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Robert Churchwell Elementary serves approximately 292 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Robert Churchwell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,158 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Robert Churchwell Elementary show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Robert Churchwell Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
40% of students at Robert Churchwell 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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Robert Churchwell Elementary — Students at Robert Churchwell Elementary score 15% 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: 7.6/10.
How Robert Churchwell Elementary Compares
See how Robert Churchwell Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1625 Dr. D. B. Todd Jr. BLVD, Nashville, TN 37208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Robert Churchwell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PIUS X CLASSICAL ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Purpose Prep (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hull-Jackson Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jones Elementary Nashville | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Pearl-Cohn High Nashville | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| John Early Middle Nashville | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| SCHRADER LANE CHILD CARE CENTER Nashville | 0.7 mi | — |
| Hull-Jackson Elementary Nashville | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Martin Luther King Jr School Nashville | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Head Middle Nashville | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE - MIDTOWN Nashville | 1.4 mi | — |
| Purpose Prep Nashville | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Moses McKissack Middle Nashville | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Ivanetta H. Davis Learning Center at Bordeaux Nashville | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| F H JENKINS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Nashville | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| BORN AGAIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Nashville | 2.1 mi | — |
| Park Avenue Elementary Nashville | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Hume - Fogg High Nashville | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Isaiah T. Creswell Middle School of the Arts Nashville | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| ST PIUS X CLASSICAL ACADEMY Nashville | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Haynes Middle Nashville | 2.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Harris-Hillman Special Education Nashville | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,682
Median Home Value
$417,200
Median Rent
$1,527/mo
Population
20,204
College Educated
49.5%
Homeownership
33.1%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
23%
Median Age
30.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barret's Chapel Elementary/Middle Arlington, TN | 5.8 |
| East Hickman Intermediate School Lyles, TN | 5.8 |
| Fall-Hamilton Elementary Nashville, TN | 5.8 |
| G.R. Stuart Elementary Cleveland, TN | 5.8 |
| Hattie Cotton Elementary Nashville, TN | 5.8 |
| Lakeview Elementary New Johnsonville, TN | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Robert Churchwell Elementary
What grades does Robert Churchwell Elementary serve?
Robert Churchwell Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Robert Churchwell Elementary?
Robert Churchwell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 292 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Robert Churchwell Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Robert Churchwell Elementary is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Robert Churchwell Elementary rank in TN?
Robert Churchwell Elementary ranks #1,158 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Robert Churchwell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Robert Churchwell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Robert Churchwell Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Robert Churchwell Elementary has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Robert Churchwell Elementary a charter school?
No, Robert Churchwell Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Robert Churchwell Elementary a Title I school?
No, Robert Churchwell 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
- 292
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Davidson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.4%
- Phone
- (615) 687-4024
Resources & Links
District
Davidson County- District Enrollment
- 80,468
- Schools in District
- 162
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,808
- District Rank
- #83 of 154
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