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Una Elementary

Elementary School · Davidson County

2018 Murfreesboro RD, Nashville, TN 37214

Enrollment

737

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,111 of 1,786

In Nashville

#63 of 118

public schools

In district

#78 of 154

Davidson County

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Una Elementary

5.9/10

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

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About Una Elementary

Una Elementary is a public elementary school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Una Elementary serves approximately 737 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Una Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,111 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Una Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Una Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

33% of students at Una 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 Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21.7% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17.9% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-17.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.9 pts
Overall Proficiency20% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-14.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808
Chronic Absenteeism33.4%

Una Elementary — Students at Una Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 23.1% (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
31%
ELA
25%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
30%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
36%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
44%
ELA
34%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
18%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
18%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
16%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
16%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
13%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
13%
2022
Math
24.9%
ELA
22.2%
2025
Math
21.7%
ELA
17.9%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Una Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
38th percentile in TN
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.4%

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

2018 Murfreesboro RD, Nashville, TN 37214

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Una Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Smith Springs Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Antioch), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eagle View Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Antioch), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Haywood Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Lakeview Elementary Nashville 1.7 mi 6.5
Apollo Middle Antioch 2.1 mi 3.9
J. E. Moss Elementary Antioch 2.2 mi 6.0
Cambridge Early Learning Center Antioch 2.5 mi 3.7
Antioch Middle Antioch 3.0 mi 4.9
The Academy at Hickory Hollow Antioch 3.2 mi 7.4
Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School Antioch 3.2 mi 4.5
Eagle View Elementary School Antioch 3.2 mi 7.4
KA @ The Crossings Antioch 3.3 mi
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Antioch 3.3 mi 7.3
PRIEST LAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Antioch 2.8 mi
LEAD Southeast Nashville 2.8 mi 6.7
Rocketship Dream Community Prep Antioch 3.6 mi 5.8
Paragon Mills Elementary Nashville 3.1 mi 5.2
Glengarry Elementary Nashville 3.2 mi 6.3
Smith Springs Elementary School Antioch 3.3 mi 7.9
Thomas A. Edison Elementary Antioch 3.5 mi 6.1
Haywood Elementary Nashville 3.4 mi 7.2
Cole Elementary Antioch 3.6 mi 5.5
Glenview Elementary Nashville 3.7 mi 5.8

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 Una Elementary

What grades does Una Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Una Elementary?

Una Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 737 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Una Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Una Elementary is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Una Elementary rank in TN?

Una Elementary ranks #1,111 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Una Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Una Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Una Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Una Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Una Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Una Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

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

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
737
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.4%

District

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

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