Serving 495 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Gower Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gower Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gower Elementary School's student population of 495 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gower Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gower Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#590 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
17%
13%
Black
19%
21%
White
48%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gower Elementary School's ranking?
Gower Elementary School is ranked #590 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Gower Elementary School often compared to?
Gower Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harpeth Valley Elementary School, Westmeade Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Gower Elementary School?
495 students attend Gower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Gower Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gower Elementary School?
Gower Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gower Elementary School offer ?
Gower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Gower Elementary School part of?
Gower Elementary School is part of Davidson County School District.
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