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#218 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 12% in state

Shwab Elementary

Elementary School · Davidson County

1500 Dickerson RD, Nashville, TN 37207

Enrollment

317

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#218 of 1,786

In Nashville

#14 of 118

public schools

In district

#15 of 154

Davidson County

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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8.3/10

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About Shwab Elementary

Shwab Elementary is a public elementary school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Shwab Elementary serves approximately 317 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Shwab Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #218 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Shwab Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.6
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-4.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.3 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808
Chronic Absenteeism27.4%

Shwab Elementary — Students at Shwab 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 26.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 18.7% (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

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
22%
ELA
12%
2010
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
12%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
15.8%
2025
Math
35%
ELA
32.5%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Shwab Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
88th percentile in TN
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.4%

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

1500 Dickerson RD, Nashville, TN 37207

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shwab Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Warner Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Murrell at Glenn School (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
KIPP Nashville Collegiate High School Nashville 0.4 mi 6.1
KIPP Academy Nashville Nashville 0.4 mi 4.6
Murrell at Glenn School Nashville 1.0 mi 7.8
Rocketship Nashville Northeast Elementary Nashville 1.0 mi 4.7
Tom Joy Elementary Nashville 1.1 mi 5.3
Haynes Middle Nashville 1.1 mi 2.9
Ida B. Wells Elementary Nashville 1.5 mi 6.2
Brick Church: A LEAD Public School Nashville 1.5 mi 3.2
Purpose Prep Nashville 1.3 mi 7.3
Hattie Cotton Elementary Nashville 1.5 mi 5.8
Meigs Middle Nashville 1.7 mi 7.0
Ross Early Learning Center Nashville 1.7 mi 4.0
Jere Baxter Middle Nashville 1.7 mi 3.8
F H JENKINS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Nashville 1.6 mi 6.1
East Nashville Magnet High School Nashville 1.8 mi 5.9
East Nashville Middle Nashville 1.8 mi 6.1
Warner Elementary Nashville 2.0 mi 7.9
BORN AGAIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Nashville 1.8 mi
EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville 2.0 mi 8.2
Jones Elementary Nashville 2.1 mi 3.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,102

Median Home Value

$332,500

Median Rent

$1,200/mo

Population

39,450

College Educated

33.1%

Homeownership

56.2%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

20.9%

Median Age

34.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shwab Elementary

What grades does Shwab Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Shwab Elementary?

Shwab Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 317 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Shwab Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Shwab Elementary is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Shwab Elementary rank in TN?

Shwab Elementary ranks #218 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Shwab Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Shwab 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 Shwab Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shwab Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Shwab Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Shwab Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
317
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.4%

District

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

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