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#228 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 13% in state

Scales Elementary

Elementary School · Williamson County

6430 Murray LN, Brentwood, TN 37027

Enrollment

712

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#228 of 1,786

In Brentwood

#7 of 14

public schools

In district

#29 of 50

Williamson County

Equity

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Scales Elementary

8.3/10

Elementary School in Brentwood · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.9/10

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8.7/10

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About Scales Elementary

Scales Elementary is a public elementary school in Brentwood, TN, part of Williamson County. Scales Elementary serves approximately 712 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Scales Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #228 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Scales Elementary show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.7
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency76.4% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+37.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+33.7 pts
Overall Proficiency75% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+17.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,899
Chronic Absenteeism3.1%

Scales Elementary — Students at Scales Elementary score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 82.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 79.7% (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
74%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
89%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
90%
ELA
76%
2018
Math
88%
ELA
75%
2019
Math
88%
ELA
75%
2020*
Math
71%
ELA
68%
2021*
Math
71%
ELA
68%
2022
Math
80.5%
ELA
75.4%
2025
Math
76.4%
ELA
74.5%

* 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 Scales Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
87th percentile in TN
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
3.1%

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

6430 Murray LN, Brentwood, TN 37027

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Scales Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Percy Priest Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Nashville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Walnut Grove Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Franklin), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hunters Bend Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Franklin), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brentwood, see our Brentwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
CURREY INGRAM ACADEMY Brentwood 0.9 mi 8.9
Brentwood Middle School Brentwood 1.6 mi 8.7
BRENTWOOD ACADEMY Brentwood 1.7 mi 5.2
Brentwood High School Brentwood 1.8 mi 6.6
GATEWAY ACADEMY AT THE LEARNING LAB Brentwood 2.0 mi 5.2
Grassland Elementary Brentwood 2.2 mi 8.7
CHRIST PRESBYTERIAN ACADEMY Nashville 2.5 mi 6.3
Percy Priest Elementary Nashville 2.8 mi 9.0
Grassland Middle School Franklin 2.4 mi 7.0
OTTER CREEK KINDERGARTEN & PRESCHOOL Brentwood 2.9 mi 5.0
Lipscomb Elementary Brentwood 3.5 mi 8.7
BENTON HALL ACADEMY Nashville 3.7 mi 7.3
Walnut Grove Elementary Franklin 4.1 mi 8.9
THE COVENANT SCHOOL Nashville 5.0 mi 5.8
THE JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville 4.8 mi 5.3
AKIVA SCHOOL Nashville 4.8 mi 5.2
Hunters Bend Elementary Franklin 4.9 mi 8.8
COOL SPRINGS MONTESSORI Franklin 5.1 mi
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FRANKLIN Franklin 5.2 mi
ST PAUL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Nashville 5.3 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$156,002

Median Home Value

$844,500

Median Rent

$2,141/mo

Population

61,961

College Educated

74%

Homeownership

82.7%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

3.2%

Median Age

43.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Scales Elementary

What grades does Scales Elementary serve?

Scales Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Scales Elementary?

Scales Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 712 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Scales Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Scales 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 Scales Elementary rank in TN?

Scales Elementary ranks #228 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Scales Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Scales Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Scales Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Scales Elementary has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Scales Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Scales Elementary a Title I school?

No, Scales Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
712
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Williamson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
3.1%

District

Williamson County
District Enrollment
41,909
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,899
District Rank
#29 of 50

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