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#322 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 18% in state

Stewartsboro Elementary

Elementary School · Rutherford County

10479 Old Nashville HWY, Smyrna, TN 37167

Enrollment

800

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#322 of 1,786

In Smyrna

#2 of 17

public schools

In district

#5 of 50

Rutherford County

Equity

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Stewartsboro Elementary

8.0/10

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

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4.4/10

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6.1/10

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About Stewartsboro Elementary

Stewartsboro Elementary is a public elementary school in Smyrna, TN, part of Rutherford County. Stewartsboro Elementary serves approximately 800 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Stewartsboro Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #322 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Stewartsboro Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.5
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64.2% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.9% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+25 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.1 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,708
Chronic Absenteeism8.6%

Stewartsboro Elementary — Students at Stewartsboro Elementary score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 38.9% (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
45%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
51%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
59%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
49%
ELA
39%
2025
Math
64.2%
ELA
43.9%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Stewartsboro Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.0/10
82th percentile in TN
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.6%

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

10479 Old Nashville HWY, Smyrna, TN 37167

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stewartsboro Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thurman Francis Arts Academy/Magnet School for the Arts (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Rocky Fork Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Stewarts Creek Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 3.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Smyrna, see our Smyrna schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Smyrna High School Smyrna 0.8 mi 4.4
Smyrna Middle School Smyrna 1.7 mi 6.1
Thurman Francis Arts Academy/Magnet School for the Arts Smyrna 1.7 mi 8.3
Smyrna Primary Smyrna 1.8 mi 4.0
COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Smyrna 2.0 mi 6.1
David Youree Elementary Smyrna 2.0 mi 3.2
LANCASTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Smyrna 2.1 mi 5.8
Smyrna West Alternative School Smyrna 2.0 mi 5.2
Rocky Fork Middle School Smyrna 2.3 mi 7.3
ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Murfreesboro 2.4 mi 7.2
Smyrna Elementary Smyrna 2.9 mi 5.7
Rocky Fork Elementary School Smyrna 2.6 mi 8.0
Brown's Chapel Elementary School Murfreesboro 3.2 mi 6.8
Stewarts Creek High School Smyrna 3.1 mi 6.4
Stewarts Creek Elementary School Smyrna 3.2 mi 7.8
Stewarts Creek Middle School Smyrna 3.3 mi 7.7
John Colemon Elementary Smyrna 4.4 mi 6.3
Rock Springs Middle School Smyrna 3.6 mi 5.4
Lavergne High School Lavergne 4.0 mi 4.0
Rutherford County Virtual School Smyrna 4.4 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37167 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,720

Median Home Value

$330,600

Median Rent

$1,359/mo

Population

63,660

College Educated

28.1%

Homeownership

60.4%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

35

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School Rating
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Fairmont Elementary Johnson City, TN 8.0
Fairview Elementary Fairview, TN 8.0
Griffith Elementary Dunlap, TN 8.0
Halls Elementary Knoxville, TN 8.0
Indian Lake Elementary Hendersonville, TN 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stewartsboro Elementary

What grades does Stewartsboro Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Stewartsboro Elementary?

Stewartsboro Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 800 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stewartsboro Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Stewartsboro Elementary is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stewartsboro Elementary rank in TN?

Stewartsboro Elementary ranks #322 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Stewartsboro Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Stewartsboro Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Stewartsboro Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stewartsboro Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Stewartsboro Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Stewartsboro Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
800
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Rutherford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.6%

District

Rutherford County
District Enrollment
51,595
Schools in District
51
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,708
District Rank
#5 of 50

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