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Ruby Major Elementary

Elementary School · Davidson County

5141 John Hager RD, Hermitage, TN 37076

Enrollment

572

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,190 of 1,786

In Hermitage

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#85 of 154

Davidson County

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Ruby Major Elementary

5.7/10

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

Springdale Elementary School

8.5/10

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6.9/10

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About Ruby Major Elementary

Ruby Major Elementary is a public elementary school in Hermitage, TN, part of Davidson County. Ruby Major Elementary serves approximately 572 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ruby Major Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,190 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Ruby Major Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.2% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.2% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.6 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808
Chronic Absenteeism28%

Ruby Major Elementary — Students at Ruby Major Elementary score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 38.4% (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
42%
ELA
44%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
51%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
41%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
38%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
20%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
19.6%
ELA
36.8%
2025
Math
34.2%
ELA
34.2%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Ruby Major Elementary Compares

See how Ruby Major Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
33th percentile in TN
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.0%

Location

5141 John Hager RD, Hermitage, TN 37076

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ruby Major Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Springdale Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Mt. Juliet), which scores notably higher. Another option is Andrew Jackson Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Old Hickory), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Smith Springs Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Antioch), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hermitage, see our Hermitage schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Springdale Elementary School Mt. Juliet 1.8 mi 8.5
Dodson Elementary Hermitage 2.8 mi 6.9
Mt. Juliet Elementary Mt. Juliet 3.2 mi 7.7
Tulip Grove Elementary Hermitage 3.4 mi 5.5
DuPont Tyler Middle Hermitage 3.5 mi 4.5
Strive Collegiate Academy Nashville 3.9 mi 7.3
Hermitage Elementary Hermitage 4.3 mi 4.8
MT JULIET CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mount Juliet 4.2 mi 5.6
West Wilson Middle School Mt. Juliet 4.3 mi 7.3
Smith Springs Elementary School Antioch 5.1 mi 7.9
Tenn School For Blind Nashville 4.3 mi 4.8
Tennessee School for the Deaf Nashville Nashville 4.3 mi
DONELSON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Nashville 4.4 mi 6.9
PRIEST LAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Antioch 5.3 mi
Donelson Middle Nashville 4.4 mi 4.5
Hickman Elementary Nashville 4.4 mi 6.4
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF MT. JULIET Mount Juliet 4.5 mi
Green Hill High School Mt. Juliet 5.4 mi 7.5
Stoner Creek Elementary Mt. Juliet 4.7 mi 7.9
Andrew Jackson Elementary Old Hickory 5.7 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37076 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,555

Median Home Value

$348,300

Median Rent

$1,438/mo

Population

38,124

College Educated

39.9%

Homeownership

55.5%

Avg Commute

27.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

38

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ruby Major Elementary

What grades does Ruby Major Elementary serve?

Ruby Major Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Ruby Major Elementary?

Ruby Major Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 572 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ruby Major Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Ruby Major Elementary is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ruby Major Elementary rank in TN?

Ruby Major Elementary ranks #1,190 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Ruby Major Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Ruby Major Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Ruby Major Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ruby Major Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ruby Major Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Ruby Major Elementary a Title I school?

No, Ruby Major Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.0%

District

Davidson County
District Enrollment
80,468
Schools in District
162
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,808
District Rank
#85 of 154

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