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#1321 of 1,786 schools in TN
Tom Joy Elementary
Elementary School · Davidson County
2201 Jones AVE, Nashville, TN 37207
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,321 of 1,786
In Nashville
#74 of 118
public schools
In district
#93 of 154
Davidson County
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Tom Joy Elementary
Tom Joy Elementary is a public elementary school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Tom Joy Elementary serves approximately 450 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Tom Joy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,321 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Tom Joy Elementary show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Tom Joy 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
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Tom Joy Elementary — Students at Tom Joy Elementary score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.1/10.
How Tom Joy Elementary Compares
See how Tom Joy Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2201 Jones AVE, Nashville, TN 37207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tom Joy Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shwab Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Murrell at Glenn School (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rocketship Nashville Northeast Elementary Nashville | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Jere Baxter Middle Nashville | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Shwab Elementary Nashville | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| KIPP Academy Nashville Nashville | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Hattie Cotton Elementary Nashville | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| KIPP Nashville Collegiate High School Nashville | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Liberty Collegiate Academy Nashville | 1.3 mi | 1.8 |
| Maplewood High Nashville | 1.7 mi | 2.7 |
| Murrell at Glenn School Nashville | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Brick Church: A LEAD Public School Nashville | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Ross Early Learning Center Nashville | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Cora Howe School Nashville | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| East Nashville Magnet High School Nashville | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| East Nashville Middle Nashville | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Nashville Classical East Nashville | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Meigs Middle Nashville | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Inglewood Elementary Nashville | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Ida B. Wells Elementary Nashville | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Haynes Middle Nashville | 1.9 mi | 2.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,102
Median Home Value
$332,500
Median Rent
$1,200/mo
Population
39,450
College Educated
33.1%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
34.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arnold Memorial Elementary Cleveland, TN | 5.3 |
| CHRIST METHODIST DAY SCHOOL Memphis, TN | 5.3 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - LCS Morristown, TN | 5.3 |
| Charlotte Park Elementary Nashville, TN | 5.3 |
| Kittrell Elementary Readyville, TN | 5.3 |
| Northaven Elementary Memphis, TN | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tom Joy Elementary
What grades does Tom Joy Elementary serve?
Tom Joy Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Tom Joy Elementary?
Tom Joy Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 450 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tom Joy Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Tom Joy Elementary is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tom Joy Elementary rank in TN?
Tom Joy Elementary ranks #1,321 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Tom Joy Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Tom Joy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Tom Joy Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tom Joy Elementary has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Tom Joy Elementary a charter school?
No, Tom Joy Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tom Joy Elementary a Title I school?
No, Tom Joy Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 450
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Davidson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.9%
- Phone
- (615) 262-6724
Resources & Links
District
Davidson County- District Enrollment
- 80,468
- Schools in District
- 162
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,808
- District Rank
- #93 of 154
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