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#58 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 3% in state

Sylvan Park Elementary

Elementary School · Davidson County

4801 Utah AVE, Nashville, TN 37209

Enrollment

439

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#58 of 1,786

In Nashville

#9 of 118

public schools

In district

#9 of 154

Davidson County

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Sylvan Park Elementary

9.1/10

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

Waverly-belmont Elementary School

9.6/10

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8.7/10

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About Sylvan Park Elementary

Sylvan Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Sylvan Park Elementary serves approximately 439 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sylvan Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #58 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Sylvan Park Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.5 pts above district
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.6
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71.8% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+32.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+31.2 pts
Overall Proficiency72% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+37.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808
Chronic Absenteeism11.6%

Sylvan Park Elementary — Students at Sylvan Park Elementary score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 57.2% (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
52%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
41.7%
ELA
59.3%
2025
Math
71.8%
ELA
72%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Sylvan Park Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
9.1/10
97th percentile in TN
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.6%

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

4801 Utah AVE, Nashville, TN 37209

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sylvan Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ANN SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is OVERBROOK SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Cockrill Elementary (rated 4.3/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
MNPS Virtual School Nashville 0.4 mi 6.8
ST ANN SCHOOL Nashville 0.6 mi 8.1
Nashville Big Picture High School Nashville 0.6 mi 6.7
The Academy at Old Cockrill Nashville 0.7 mi 7.6
Cockrill Elementary Nashville 0.8 mi 4.3
W. A. Bass Adult Program Nashville 0.8 mi
W.A. Bass Alternative Learning Center Nashville 0.8 mi 5.9
Transitions at Bass Nashville 0.8 mi
ST CECILIA ACADEMY Nashville 0.8 mi 7.8
OVERBROOK SCHOOL Nashville 0.8 mi 5.6
Early College High School Nashville 1.0 mi 7.7
Park Avenue Elementary Nashville 0.9 mi 3.6
MONTGOMERY BELL ACADEMY Nashville 1.1 mi 6.3
Moses McKissack Middle Nashville 1.3 mi 3.3
Nashville Prep Nashville 1.4 mi 1.6
THE ENSWORTH SCHOOL-LOWER/MIDDLE CAMPUS Nashville 1.4 mi 6.1
JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville 1.3 mi 7.5
JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville 1.3 mi 7.3
West End Middle Nashville 1.4 mi 7.0
H. G. Hill Middle Nashville 2.3 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,810

Median Home Value

$495,500

Median Rent

$1,580/mo

Population

38,367

College Educated

57.3%

Homeownership

44.8%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

13.5%

Median Age

32.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sylvan Park Elementary

What grades does Sylvan Park Elementary serve?

Sylvan Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Sylvan Park Elementary?

Sylvan Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 439 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sylvan Park Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sylvan Park Elementary is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sylvan Park Elementary rank in TN?

Sylvan Park Elementary ranks #58 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Sylvan Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sylvan Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Sylvan Park Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sylvan Park Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Sylvan Park Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Sylvan Park Elementary a Title I school?

No, Sylvan Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Sylvan Park Elementary stack up?

Waverly-Belmont Elementary School
9.6
Stanford Elementary
8.7
Warner Elementary
7.9
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.6%

District

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

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