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Stratton Elementary

Elementary School · Davidson County

310 Old Hickory Blvd. West, Madison, TN 37115

Enrollment

452

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,297 of 1,786

In Madison

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#91 of 154

Davidson County

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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5.4/10

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

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About Stratton Elementary

Stratton Elementary is a public elementary school in Madison, TN, part of Davidson County. Stratton Elementary serves approximately 452 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Stratton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,297 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Stratton Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Stratton Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-22.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-23.8 pts
Overall Proficiency17% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-17.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808
Chronic Absenteeism36.3%

Stratton Elementary — Students at Stratton Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 24.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 21.7% (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
28%
ELA
29%
2010
Math
27%
ELA
25%
2011
Math
26%
ELA
31%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
38%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
31%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
30%
2016
Math
28%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
7.4%
ELA
12.4%
2025
Math
17%
ELA
17%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Stratton Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
27th percentile in TN
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.3%

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

310 Old Hickory Blvd. West, Madison, TN 37115

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stratton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dan Mills Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Nashville), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MADISON CAMPUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Madison, see our Madison schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Madison Middle Madison 0.1 mi 4.5
THE EDISON SCHOOL Madison 0.5 mi 7.7
THE EDISON SCHOOL Madison 0.5 mi 8.0
Amqui Elementary Madison 1.0 mi 6.5
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Madison 1.4 mi 7.8
Smithson Craighead Academy Madison 1.5 mi 7.0
Chadwell Elementary Madison 1.5 mi 3.2
GOODPASTURE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madison 1.7 mi 7.2
Gateway Elementary Madison 1.9 mi 7.2
Old Center Elementary Goodlettsville 2.1 mi 6.7
Isaac Litton Middle Nashville 2.6 mi 6.7
Hunters Lane High Nashville 2.2 mi 4.7
MADISON ACADEMY Madison 2.3 mi 7.6
MADISON CAMPUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Madison 2.4 mi 7.4
Bellshire Elementary Nashville 2.5 mi 4.4
Maplewood High Nashville 2.9 mi 2.7
Dan Mills Elementary Nashville 3.3 mi 9.6
Goodlettsville Elementary Goodlettsville 3.3 mi 4.4
Neely's Bend Elementary Nashville 3.0 mi 6.4
Goodlettsville Middle Goodlettsville 3.7 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,034

Median Home Value

$271,100

Median Rent

$1,263/mo

Population

41,303

College Educated

23.1%

Homeownership

45.1%

Avg Commute

26.3 min

Poverty Rate

20.1%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stratton Elementary

What grades does Stratton Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Stratton Elementary?

Stratton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 452 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stratton Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Stratton Elementary is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stratton Elementary rank in TN?

Stratton Elementary ranks #1,297 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Stratton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Stratton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Stratton Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stratton Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Stratton Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Stratton Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.3%

District

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

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