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#134 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 7% in state

Stanford Elementary

Elementary School · Davidson County

2417 Maplecrest DR, Nashville, TN 37214

Enrollment

435

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#134 of 1,786

In Nashville

#11 of 118

public schools

In district

#11 of 154

Davidson County

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Stanford Elementary

8.7/10

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

Waverly-belmont Elementary School

9.6/10

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9.1/10

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About Stanford Elementary

Stanford Elementary is a public elementary school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Stanford Elementary serves approximately 435 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Stanford Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #134 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Stanford Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.1 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.6
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.9% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+11.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+21.1 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+21.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808
Chronic Absenteeism10.8%

Stanford Elementary — Students at Stanford Elementary score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 51.1% (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
62%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
54.5%
ELA
59.5%
2025
Math
50.3%
ELA
61.9%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Stanford Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.7/10
93th percentile in TN
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

Location

2417 Maplecrest DR, Nashville, TN 37214

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stanford Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rosebank Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Nashville Classical East (rated 7.3/10, 2.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Inglewood Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 2.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
HOLY ROSARY ACADEMY Nashville 0.6 mi 6.8
McGavock High Nashville 0.7 mi 2.9
McGavock Elementary Nashville 1.1 mi 5.2
Two Rivers Middle Nashville 1.4 mi 4.4
Hickman Elementary Nashville 1.6 mi 6.4
Donelson Middle Nashville 1.6 mi 4.5
Pennington Elementary Nashville 1.9 mi 6.9
The Academy at Opry Mills Nashville 1.9 mi 7.9
Tenn School For Blind Nashville 1.7 mi 4.8
Tennessee School for the Deaf Nashville Nashville 1.7 mi
DONELSON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Nashville 1.8 mi 6.9
Rosebank Elementary Nashville 2.1 mi 9.1
Strive Collegiate Academy Nashville 2.2 mi 7.3
Stratford STEM Magnet School Nashville 2.5 mi 3.6
East End Preparatory School Nashville 2.9 mi 4.4
Inglewood Elementary Nashville 2.8 mi 7.2
Margaret Allen Middle Nashville 3.0 mi 5.0
MONTESSORI EAST Nashville 2.8 mi 6.7
Hermitage Elementary Hermitage 3.0 mi 4.8
Nashville Classical East Nashville 2.9 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,969

Median Home Value

$315,000

Median Rent

$1,567/mo

Population

30,547

College Educated

45.7%

Homeownership

62%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

37.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stanford Elementary

What grades does Stanford Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Stanford Elementary?

Stanford Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 435 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stanford Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Stanford Elementary is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stanford Elementary rank in TN?

Stanford Elementary ranks #134 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Stanford Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Stanford Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Stanford Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stanford Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Stanford Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Stanford Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Stanford Elementary stack up?

Waverly-Belmont Elementary School
9.6
Sylvan Park Elementary
9.1
Rosebank Elementary
9.1
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

District

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

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