Smithson Craighead Academy

Smithson Craighead Academy is a charter public elementary school located in Madison, Tennessee. Serving kindergarten through fifth grade, the school houses an enrollment of 333 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.9:1, ensuring that each child receives individual attention from its dedicated staff of 24 full-time teachers. The academic performance at Smithson Craighead Academy shows room for improvement, as reflected by its MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and a state ranking of #1096 out of 1796 schools in Tennessee (39th percentile).

The school’s proficiency rates in ELA/Reading stand at 23%, while Math proficiency is at 19%. However, the Science proficiency rate stands at 37%, indicating some strengths in this subject area. Despite these challenges, the school continues to focus on student development and growth.

Smithson Craighead Academy sits in a bustling urban setting within Davidson County, providing students with a rich community environment that offers diverse opportunities for learning and engagement beyond the classroom.

While current test scores at Smithson Craighead Academy are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Smithson Craighead Academy is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.