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Rock Springs Elementary

Elementary School · Rutherford County

1000 Waldron RD, Lavergne, TN 37086

Enrollment

1,232

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,162 of 1,786

In Lavergne

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#34 of 50

Rutherford County

Equity

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Rock Springs Elementary

5.8/10

Elementary School in Lavergne · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Rock Springs Middle School

5.4/10

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About Rock Springs Elementary

Rock Springs Elementary is a public elementary school in Lavergne, TN, part of Rutherford County. Rock Springs Elementary serves approximately 1,232 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Rock Springs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,162 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Rock Springs Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.6% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.9% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+5.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.1 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-6.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,708
Chronic Absenteeism14.7%

Rock Springs Elementary — Students at Rock Springs Elementary score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 50.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 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
52%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
36.7%
ELA
40.4%
2025
Math
44.6%
ELA
42.9%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Rock Springs Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
35th percentile in TN
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
84 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.7%

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

1000 Waldron RD, Lavergne, TN 37086

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rock Springs Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mill Creek Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Nolensville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nolensville Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Nolensville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Thurman Francis Arts Academy/Magnet School for the Arts (rated 8.3/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Smyrna), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lavergne, see our Lavergne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Rock Springs Middle School Smyrna 1.6 mi 5.4
Cedar Grove Elementary Smyrna 2.6 mi 5.2
Lavergne High School Lavergne 2.9 mi 4.0
Rocky Fork Elementary School Smyrna 2.7 mi 8.0
Stewarts Creek Elementary School Smyrna 3.2 mi 7.8
Stewarts Creek Middle School Smyrna 3.3 mi 7.7
Rocky Fork Middle School Smyrna 3.0 mi 7.3
Mill Creek Elementary School Nolensville 3.2 mi 9.1
Stewarts Creek High School Smyrna 3.4 mi 6.4
Mill Creek Middle School Nolensville 3.2 mi 8.8
Nolensville High School Nolensville 3.2 mi 8.2
Nolensville Elementary Nolensville 3.4 mi 9.1
Roy L Waldron Elementary Lavergne 4.6 mi 4.0
Smyrna West Alternative School Smyrna 3.9 mi 5.2
Cane Ridge High School Antioch 4.8 mi 2.8
David Youree Elementary Smyrna 4.2 mi 3.2
Thurman Francis Arts Academy/Magnet School for the Arts Smyrna 4.3 mi 8.3
Cane Ridge Elementary Antioch 5.4 mi 6.9
Mt. View Elementary Antioch 5.4 mi 6.4
LaVergne Middle School La Vergne 5.2 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37086 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,285

Median Home Value

$268,700

Median Rent

$1,716/mo

Population

37,786

College Educated

22.8%

Homeownership

69.9%

Avg Commute

30.9 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

32.3

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Smyrna Elementary Smyrna, TN 5.7
Farragut Primary Knoxville, TN 5.9
Scales Elementary School Murfreesboro, TN 5.9
Glenellen Elementary Clarksville, TN 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rock Springs Elementary

What grades does Rock Springs Elementary serve?

Rock Springs Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Rock Springs Elementary?

Rock Springs Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 1,232 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rock Springs Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Rock Springs Elementary is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rock Springs Elementary rank in TN?

Rock Springs Elementary ranks #1,162 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Rock Springs Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Rock Springs 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 Rock Springs Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rock Springs Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Rock Springs Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Rock Springs Elementary a Title I school?

No, Rock Springs Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,232
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
84
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Rutherford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.7%

District

Rutherford County
District Enrollment
51,595
Schools in District
51
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,708
District Rank
#34 of 50

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